Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch from 1965

Name: Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch from 1965
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1125258
Availability: SoldOut

1940 - 1960

Sold by Fowey River Antiques

Description

This is a remarkable almost mint quality unrestored example of the rare Longines 280 with starburst dial from 1965

The only work we have carried out is to service the movement and give the case a light polish with a soft cloth.

The solid 9ct gold case is 35mm in diameter excluding the original crown.

The case edges are sharp and crisp, the serrations on the original winding crown are razor sharp. The watch looks like it was kept hidden away in a drawer and almost never worn

The movement is a calibre 280 which is quite rare and very high quality, this was one of Longines highest grade movements of this period. It has been freshly serviced and is currently running at plus 10 seconds per day , not bad for a 60 year old watch. The serial number dates this watch to 1965.

The solid 9ct gold case is fully hallmarked with a Birmingham Assay office date letter for 1965.

The beautiful starburst dial is totally original and perfect it has had no restoration whatsoever.

The hands are matching gold and all original.

Its the most original and perfect unrestored example you will ever see.

As you would expect the watch is fully marked on the dial, movement and case.

Remarkably it comes with its original tan lizard Longines strap with its original buckle. Judging by the condition of the strap this watch has only been worn a few times in its life. Its just a pity that the original box has been lost.

We can fit any colour or style of strap we keep most things in stock

A very nice quality collectors piece that can be handed down through the generations.

You will probably never see another one like it.

We offer a highly personalised and bespoke service.

If you would like to buy or reserve this watch please telephone us on 01726 813155

email us foweyshop@gmail.com

Mobile text 07878258979

We can then discuss strap options, delivery dates and other personalisations to suit you.

We accept payment by bank transfer, cheque, debit/credit card and Paypal

We are open 9am - 9pm 7 days a week

Physical Dimensions

Height

20cm (7.87")

Width

3.5cm (1.38")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Declaration

Fowey River Antiques has dated this piece to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1125258

Dealers Notes

We specialise in high end vintage watches which we professionally restore such as Omega, Longines, Rolex, Jaeger LeCoultre etc and also ladies platinum and diamond cocktail watches.

All Watches include free fully insured international shipping. All other items please contact us for a quotation.

Description

This is a remarkable almost mint quality unrestored example of the rare Longines 280 with starburst dial from 1965

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The only work we have carried out is to service the movement and give the case a light polish with a soft cloth.

Fowey River Antiques

fig 1. Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch From 1965 — fig 1. Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch from 1965

The solid 9ct gold case is 35mm in diameter excluding the original crown.

The case edges are sharp and crisp, the serrations on the original winding crown are razor sharp. The watch looks like it was kept hidden away in a drawer and almost never worn

fig 2. Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch From 1965 — fig 2. Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch from 1965

The movement is a calibre 280 which is quite rare and very high quality, this was one of Longines highest grade movements of this period. It has been freshly serviced and is currently running at plus 10 seconds per day , not bad for a 60 year old watch. The serial number dates this watch to 1965.

fig 3. Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch From 1965 — fig 3. Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch from 1965

The solid 9ct gold case is fully hallmarked with a Birmingham Assay office date letter for 1965.

The beautiful starburst dial is totally original and perfect it has had no restoration whatsoever.

The hands are matching gold and all original.

fig 4. Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch From 1965 — fig 4. Stunning All Original Solid 9ct Gold Slimline Longines Calibre 280 Gents Watch from 1965

Its the most original and perfect unrestored example you will ever see.

As you would expect the watch is fully marked on the dial, movement and case.

Remarkably it comes with its original tan lizard Longines strap with its original buckle. Judging by the condition of the strap this watch has only been worn a few times in its life. Its just a pity that the original box has been lost.