Longines UltraChron Auto Chronometer 35mm Steel case Original Brclt Buckle 1972

$ 1101.24

Closure: Tri-Fold Clasp Strap Width: 18 mm Type: Wristwatch Case Size: 34 mm Water Resistance: 10 m (1 ATM) Features: 12-Hour Dial, Acrylic Crystal, Central Second, Chronometer, Date Indicator, Swiss Made, Swiss Movement Department: Unisex Adults Number of Jewels: 25 Jewels Brand: Longines Max Wrist Size: 19.1-20 cm Lug Width: 18 mm Case Colour: steel With Papers: No Bezel Type: Fixed Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Indices: Baton Indexes With Manual/Booklet: No Handmade: Yes Caseback: Screwback With Service Records: No Dial Colour: Silver Model: Longines Ultra-Chron Year Manufactured: 1972 Watch Shape: Round Dial Pattern: Linen Band/Strap: Bracelet Strap Material: Stainless Steel Style: Luxury Case Finish: Matte Strap Colour: steel Country of Origin: Switzerland Vintage: Yes Seller Notes: “Used with light scratches and light patina on dial” With Original Box/Packaging: No Reference Number: 3202 Case Material: Stainless Steel Theme: vintage Customised: No Display: Analogue Bezel Colour: steel

Description

Longines Ultrachron manufacture in-house, high speed chronometer movement, round steel case in silver color dial with a buckle closing steel special bracelet with special design and monogram on buckle, a very 1970 style design. (see pictures) This watch was made in 1972 though this movement and Ultrachron product was launched in 1969. So this piece is almost 50 years old. This is a very special piece as its got the finest in-house manufacture movement which is a high speed chronometer, ( started with caliber 431 in 1969 at 36000 beats, to this one which is 6651 at 28,800 beats in 1972) a amazing silver color dial and a technically and aesthetically high quality bracelet with a longines insignia buckle reminiscent of 70s style. The bracelet has been professionally cleaned the case is in its original condition with the movement serviced. The serial no: 16,40xxxx. Based in St. imier near La Chaux Fonds and Le Locle, the heart of Swiss watch manufacture, Longines had the distinction of being the world finest watch manufacturer and the brand for chronograph watches. For this unique piece of Swiss watch manufacturing in high speed chronometry, bespoke hand made box is included (pictures displayed) Its taken over a year to put together and bring this Swiss masterpiece to you. Among 70s watches, Longines brand stands out as the premier Swiss watch manufacturer for over 100 years. Note: light scratches on the case and back as its in original condition

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