This rectangular, gold filled Longines is a perfect example of a 1955 watch design in lovely condition.  Model reference 101.

HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?

From the serial number on the movement we can accurately date this watch to being made in 1955.

CONDITION

There are two clues that this Longines was originally intended for the American market.  One is the 10k gold filled case, which seemed to be very popular only in the States.  The second is that the inside of the case back is stamped for Longines-Wittnauer Watch Co. of New York, the importer Longines worked with back then.  The dial is patterned, but only has a bit of dirt around the numerals and not on the pattern itself (often patterned dials were ruined by cigarette smoke).  The movement is the Longines 23Z, a beautifully finished 17 jewel manual wind calibre with sub seconds which is all working well.  The case is also in fine condition, with no wear through the plating.  The leather strap is new, and could be swapped for a different colour if preferred.

This watch will be supplied with the original presentation box, and our Certificate of Authenticity.

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​SIZE

Width with crown  27.3 mm

Width without crown  25.6 mm

Between lugs  18 mm

Lug to lug length  37.9 mm

Case Thickness  10.7 mm

All sizes are approximate.  The watch is photographed on a wrist of 190mm/7.5 inches.

Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses.  If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries.  Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us.   Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.

From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon.  By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.

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