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In the golden age of watch marketing, no brand was more audacious than Wyler. While others merely talked about quality, Wyler proved it by famously dropping their watches from the Eiffel Tower and the Seattle Space Needle, only to have them recovered and found to be ticking away perfectly. This wasn’t just bravado; it was a testament to their signature, near-indestructible invention: the Incaflex.
The Incaflex was a revolutionary, flexible balance wheel that could absorb shock in a way no competitor’s could. This watch, the “Dynawind Heavy Duty 660,” is the ultimate expression of that ethos. “Dynawind” signifies its automatic movement, and the “660” proudly boasts its 660-foot water resistance. This was a serious, purpose-built sports watch designed to compete with the era’s best and take an incredible beating.
This particular example is a fantastic and funky expression of the 1970s. It features a solid stainless steel case with a striking, gold-tone fluted bezel. This isn’t just for show; it’s a functional timing bezel with a bold red triangle at 12 and black dot markers, blending a diver’s utility with a dressy-sport aesthetic that was wildly popular at the time.
The watch is in beautiful, honest condition. The silver, vertically brushed dial is clean, with sharp, applied gold indices. The original dauphine hands are intact, and their luminous plots have aged to a lovely, pale mint-green. It comes paired on a period-correct, two-tone Cromwell link bracelet that perfectly completes the watch’s confident 1970s look.
