1950's Longines 14K Gold Tank "Geometric" with Box
“Crystal Trapezoidal”
Longines sits firmly at the table of storied watch brands. When one speaks about what names carry weight well beyond its dollar per pound, Longines is usually the first brand that enters the conversation. This both for its modern line up and especially for anything prior to the brand’s ties to the Swatch Group. Before we get ahead of ourselves, collectors who know, know that vintage Longines is where it can start and where it can end, with extremely collectible examples fetching fairly hefty bags of cash at auction. This especially for examples during the 30s, 40s and 50s. In fact, one of the most prolific collectors of vintage watches, also is a stalwart expert on Longines. He literally wrote the book on it.
Beyond the auction block, collectors also turn to vintage Longines watches for their absolutely charming and charismatic design, capable craftsmanship, mechanical reliability and relative price point accessibility. Here we have such an example in this fantastic solid 14K gold tank “Geometric”. When many watches from this era were produced with gold capped cases, this watch is solidly gold, has its original quadrant crystal and remains, to our eye, unpolished. Rare for watches this age, it comes with its original box and signed buckle.
During the 1950’s to the 1970’s, Longines worked with the brand Wittnauer to import Swiss movements, casing and crafting all other components of the watch in the US. And that is what we have here. This “Tank” is the best of US mid-century manufacturing paired with always consistent Swiss watchmaking.
If you’re looking for a watch that has brand history, distinctive design, mechanical prowess and don’t want to spend over a grand to get it, look no further.
Details:
The case is sharp and there is only consistent and honest wear for its age. Strong caseback brushing and 14K gold hallmarks are clear. The original crystal is clean and free from chips. The dial text is clean. The dial has aged well with some instances of speckling and light degradation consistent with age. The dial is otherwise untouched. Any distortion evident in photos is due to the pronounced four angles of the crystal.
The watch is running, setting and keeping time well.
Brand: Longines
Model: Dress
Year: 1950s
Case: 14K Solid Yellow Gold, signed 14K
Dial: silver Sunburst, applied indices
Dimensions: 37m x 23mm
Bracelet/Strap: Pigskin, 18mm
Crystal: Original quadrant, mineral glass
Crown: Unisgned
Lume: No
Caliber: Longines Manual Wind, 42 Hours Power reserve
“Crystal Trapezoidal”
Longines sits firmly at the table of storied watch brands. When one speaks about what names carry weight well beyond its dollar per pound, Longines is usually the first brand that enters the conversation. This both for its modern line up and especially for anything prior to the brand’s ties to the Swatch Group. Before we get ahead of ourselves, collectors who know, know that vintage Longines is where it can start and where it can end, with extremely collectible examples fetching fairly hefty bags of cash at auction. This especially for examples during the 30s, 40s and 50s. In fact, one of the most prolific collectors of vintage watches, also is a stalwart expert on Longines. He literally wrote the book on it.
Beyond the auction block, collectors also turn to vintage Longines watches for their absolutely charming and charismatic design, capable craftsmanship, mechanical reliability and relative price point accessibility. Here we have such an example in this fantastic solid 14K gold tank “Geometric”. When many watches from this era were produced with gold capped cases, this watch is solidly gold, has its original quadrant crystal and remains, to our eye, unpolished. Rare for watches this age, it comes with its original box and signed buckle.
During the 1950’s to the 1970’s, Longines worked with the brand Wittnauer to import Swiss movements, casing and crafting all other components of the watch in the US. And that is what we have here. This “Tank” is the best of US mid-century manufacturing paired with always consistent Swiss watchmaking.
If you’re looking for a watch that has brand history, distinctive design, mechanical prowess and don’t want to spend over a grand to get it, look no further.
Details:
The case is sharp and there is only consistent and honest wear for its age. Strong caseback brushing and 14K gold hallmarks are clear. The original crystal is clean and free from chips. The dial text is clean. The dial has aged well with some instances of speckling and light degradation consistent with age. The dial is otherwise untouched. Any distortion evident in photos is due to the pronounced four angles of the crystal.
The watch is running, setting and keeping time well.
Brand: Longines
Model: Dress
Year: 1950s
Case: 14K Solid Yellow Gold, signed 14K
Dial: silver Sunburst, applied indices
Dimensions: 37m x 23mm
Bracelet/Strap: Pigskin, 18mm
Crystal: Original quadrant, mineral glass
Crown: Unisgned
Lume: No
Caliber: Longines Manual Wind, 42 Hours Power reserve
“Crystal Trapezoidal”
Longines sits firmly at the table of storied watch brands. When one speaks about what names carry weight well beyond its dollar per pound, Longines is usually the first brand that enters the conversation. This both for its modern line up and especially for anything prior to the brand’s ties to the Swatch Group. Before we get ahead of ourselves, collectors who know, know that vintage Longines is where it can start and where it can end, with extremely collectible examples fetching fairly hefty bags of cash at auction. This especially for examples during the 30s, 40s and 50s. In fact, one of the most prolific collectors of vintage watches, also is a stalwart expert on Longines. He literally wrote the book on it.
Beyond the auction block, collectors also turn to vintage Longines watches for their absolutely charming and charismatic design, capable craftsmanship, mechanical reliability and relative price point accessibility. Here we have such an example in this fantastic solid 14K gold tank “Geometric”. When many watches from this era were produced with gold capped cases, this watch is solidly gold, has its original quadrant crystal and remains, to our eye, unpolished. Rare for watches this age, it comes with its original box and signed buckle.
During the 1950’s to the 1970’s, Longines worked with the brand Wittnauer to import Swiss movements, casing and crafting all other components of the watch in the US. And that is what we have here. This “Tank” is the best of US mid-century manufacturing paired with always consistent Swiss watchmaking.
If you’re looking for a watch that has brand history, distinctive design, mechanical prowess and don’t want to spend over a grand to get it, look no further.
Details:
The case is sharp and there is only consistent and honest wear for its age. Strong caseback brushing and 14K gold hallmarks are clear. The original crystal is clean and free from chips. The dial text is clean. The dial has aged well with some instances of speckling and light degradation consistent with age. The dial is otherwise untouched. Any distortion evident in photos is due to the pronounced four angles of the crystal.
The watch is running, setting and keeping time well.
Brand: Longines
Model: Dress
Year: 1950s
Case: 14K Solid Yellow Gold, signed 14K
Dial: silver Sunburst, applied indices
Dimensions: 37m x 23mm
Bracelet/Strap: Pigskin, 18mm
Crystal: Original quadrant, mineral glass
Crown: Unisgned
Lume: No
Caliber: Longines Manual Wind, 42 Hours Power reserve
