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Longines
Ref. 5009, batch number 21922
Anti-Magnetique
An extremely rare and very attractive stainless steel fly-back chronograph wristwatch with two-tone silvered dial, black markers, and blue tachymeter scale
- Estimate
- $20,000 - 40,000
$53,340
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Longines
- Year
- 1942
- Reference No
- 5009, batch number 21922
- Movement No
- 6’291’164
- Model Name
- Anti-Magnetique
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 13ZN, 17 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Suede
- Clasp/Buckle
- Stainless steel pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 37mm Diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, and movement signed.
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Longines Extract from the Archives confirming the sale of the watch on July 21, 1942 to Ostersetzer, the Longines agent in Italy.
Specialist
Catalogue Essay
The present lot is distinguished by its large case and stunning aesthetics that make it one of the most attractive vintage chronograph watches one could hope to own. Its two-tone silvered dial is timeless and masculine, yet at the same time, utterly beautiful and practical, with oversized registers and a blue outer tachymeter scale.
Housing the prestigious Longines caliber 13ZN with fly-back mechanism, it boasts an equally high-grade movement that is considered by many scholars to be amongst the ultimate chronograph calibers in terms of sophistication, design, and finish.
Combined with its oversized case, outstanding state of preservation, and uncompromised quality, the example presented here is a true treasure for discerning collectors of vintage watches.
Housing the prestigious Longines caliber 13ZN with fly-back mechanism, it boasts an equally high-grade movement that is considered by many scholars to be amongst the ultimate chronograph calibers in terms of sophistication, design, and finish.
Combined with its oversized case, outstanding state of preservation, and uncompromised quality, the example presented here is a true treasure for discerning collectors of vintage watches.
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Provenance
Longines
Swiss | 1832Auguste Agassiz founded Longines in 1832, and today is considered to be a pioneer in the evolution of the chronograph. During the 1930s, Longines' chronograph wristwatches were used as tools for wartime aviators and military personnel. As one of Switzerland's largest manufacturers, Longines was an important supplier of wristwatches to militaries of multiple nations.
Today, they are owned by the Swatch Group and produce wristwatches for both men and women. Their vintage wristwatches continue to grow in desirability amongst collectors. Some of the most sought-after models include such oversized chronographs as the Lindbergh Hour Angle designed by Charles Lindbergh, Chronostop, Tre Tacche, A-7, Tasti a Spillo and Doppia Lanchetta.