This ultra thin Longines Ellipse was certainly on trend, and is more affordable by far than the Patek Philippe design. Model reference 6610.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
Longines serial numbers from this period are not always reliable, but we do know that this movement was launched just before August 1985. We have a service document from the Omega 1379, which is the same movement with different branding, dated for August 1985 and it was the second version. 1985 also fits the styling perfectly, so we are comfortable to say this watch was made circa 1985.
CONDITION
Patek launched their Golden Ellipse model in 1968, using the golden ratio – an ancient mathematical formula considered aesthetically pleasing. It is still in their range now, but at £31,800 it is in a different league to this Longines. But we can see where Longines took their inspiration! With this Longines ellipse (never it’s original name) we have an ultra thin case, and a quartz movement with quick set calendar. The movement is badged Longines 240.2, but it is an 8 jewel ETA 210.011 base movement also used by Omega. We will install a brand new battery before sending the watch out to the new owner. The case is 20 micron gold plated, and in decent shape. The dial has a little staining to the edges, and we have shown the dial out of the case to give you the best view possible. The crown is the original, with the Longines winged hourglass logo on the end. 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 28.9 mm
Width without crown 28.0 mm
Between lugs 17 mm
Lug to lug length 36.4 mm
Case Thickness 4.8 mm
All sizes are approximate. The watch is photographed on a wrist of 190mm/7.5 inches.
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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.