Longines 13ZN Flyback 18k Gold 34mm Champagne Arabic Dial Striped Strap 1937 Vintage Watch
$ 4481.33
Description
Longines 13ZN12 flyback chronograph watch is the quintessential swiss manfacture watch that introduced the first wrist watch with flyback function with 2 bush buttons. Based in St. Imier the Longines brand is the front runner in in-house manufacture and innovation of flyback chrongraph watches in Swiss Horology. This piece is in with 2 square pusher buttons that were made in 1937 in 18ct gold 34mm case with champagne color dial with Arab numerals and chrongraph counter, the very few first FLYBACK wrist watches in the world manufactured, started making the 13zn models with 2 push buttons, hence very rare piece. This is one of the very few first Wrist Flyback watches in the World with the pedigree Longines watch 13ZN flyback movement Attached to the watch is a bespoke Haroween shell cordovan strap with a original period buckle. Watch comes with a record from the archives from Longines, Switzerland for this watch for exact record of its production/sale showing that the serial No: 5,40xxxx was invoiced on 13th February 1937 to the company Ostersetzer, agent of the brand in Italy. Most iconic swiss watch of 1940’s to 1970 when the brand was the most prestigious manufacturer of chronographs watches and its movements fully inhouse in its factory in St.Imier, Switzerland. Fully insured shipping Note: light scratches on case & case back and patina on dial due to age; 87 years old
This Longines 13ZN Flyback is an absolute masterpiece of Swiss watchmaking history! The 18k gold case and champagne dial with Arabic numerals give it a timeless elegance, while the rare flyback function makes it a true collector's dream. The 1937 craftsmanship is stunning—every detail, from the square pushers to the chronograph counters, shows why Longines led the industry. A legendary piece that blends heritage, innovation, and luxury in one breathtaking watch.