製造商: Longines 年份: 1945 型號: 5483 機芯編號: 7'028'035 錶殼號碼: Order number 23'197 further stamped 59 on caseback and lug 材料: Stainless steel 機芯: Manual, cal. 12.65N, 16 jewels 錶帶/ 錶鏈: Leather 錶扣: Stainless steel pin buckle 尺寸: 35mm Diameter 簽名: Case, dial and movement signed 文學: This exact timepiece is featured in "Longines-Legendary Watches" by John Goldberger pp.136-137
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Longines is a fascinating brand. Known for the elegance and technical mastery of its vintage chronographs housing calibers 30CH or 13ZN, the brand from Saint Immier can also be credited for maybe lesser known but not less impressive time only watches.
The present watch stands out not only for its spectacular condition but also its pure design awesomeness. The case measures 35mm but wears much larger thanks to its untouched case with thick downturned lugs and large opening to the dial. The dial is bewildering in the cavalcade of subtle details, adding up to a fabulous result. The mix of the upside down triangle at 12 o’clock and the succession of Arabic numerals and round dots that have turned a pleasing latte in color, provide a visually stimulating result.
The “radium burn” on the dial attests that the watch remained unworn for a long period of time.
The ultimate rarity of this watch delivered in 1946 to Bratislava (Slovakia), its tasteful design and untouched condition offer an opportunity the savvy collector should not miss.
Auguste 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.