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Longines
Ref. 19588
A very rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch
- Estimate
- HK$80,000 - 120,000€9,400 - 14,100$10,000 - 15,000
HK$93,750
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Longines
- Year
- Circa 1939
- Reference No
- 19588
- Movement No
- 5'667'858
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Mechanical, 13ZN
- Bracelet/Strap
- Green nato strap
- Dimensions
- 36.5 mm. diameter
- Signed
- <em>Case, dial and movement signed</em>
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The present Longines chronograph is distinguished by its large flat bezel and its prestigious Longines caliber 13ZN mechanism. This high grade movement is considered by many scholars to be one of the ultimate calibres ever developed. The watch is also fitted with fixed bar lugs and is offered in very original and charismatic condition. Research concludes that the present watch was was invoiced on 25 February 1939 to Ostersetzer, which was at the time Longine's agent for Italy.
Literature
Longines
Swiss | 1832Auguste Agassiz founded Longines in 1832, and today is considered to be a pioneer in the evolution of the chronograph. During the 1930s, Longines' chronograph wristwatches were used as tools for wartime aviators and military personnel. As one of Switzerland's largest manufacturers, Longines was an important supplier of wristwatches to militaries of multiple nations.
Today, they are owned by the Swatch Group and produce wristwatches for both men and women. Their vintage wristwatches continue to grow in desirability amongst collectors. Some of the most sought-after models include such oversized chronographs as the Lindbergh Hour Angle designed by Charles Lindbergh, Chronostop, Tre Tacche, A-7, Tasti a Spillo and Doppia Lanchetta.
Browse MakerToday, they are owned by the Swatch Group and produce wristwatches for both men and women. Their vintage wristwatches continue to grow in desirability amongst collectors. Some of the most sought-after models include such oversized chronographs as the Lindbergh Hour Angle designed by Charles Lindbergh, Chronostop, Tre Tacche, A-7, Tasti a Spillo and Doppia Lanchetta.