With the slim in house calibre 990.1 movement, this Longines Automatic is great value for money. Model reference 4214.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
The movement used in this watch was first launched in 1977, and the the serial number is consistent with 1978 production.
CONDITION
In 1977 there was a lot of choice to hour your watch worked. the new tech was LCD, taking over LED, and quartz was becoming mainstream. But where many manufacturers chose to develop cheaper movements, Longines developed the 990.1. It was the thinnest automatic movement with centre seconds and date made, at just 2.95mm high. But is was also nicely finished with Côtes de Genève decoration, and runs at 28,800 bph. You also get the benefit of hacking seconds and quick set date. The dial is nice and clean, with Breguet painted numerals. The case is gold plated and has wear marks at the very tip of the lugs, and a small spot on the rear, but is otherwise good. The crown has an undamaged cabochon polished blue stone set into it. The leather strap is new, and could be swapped for a different colour if preferred.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 35.7 mm
Width without crown 32.7 mm
Between lugs 17 mm
Lug to lug length 38.3 mm
Case Thickness 7.9 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.
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