LO-014: Rare 1960's LONGINES Flagship Original Condition Diver w/ cal 285 Manual Wind Movement
This is a very rare 1960's LONGINES Flagship Diver Watch in very good original condition with a Longines cal 285 manual wind movement. The original dial bears the following markings : "LONGINES | Flagship | SWISS". The rear of the case is marked with "STAINLESS STEEL". The inside of the case is marked: "LONGINES | FAB SUISSE | SWISS MADE | ACIER INOXYDABLE" and includes the reference number "7982-388". The LONGINES cal 285 - 17 jewel movement is marked: "LONGINES WATCH CO | SWISS | UNADJUSTED | SEVENTEEN 17 JEWELS" and the correct markings to identify the movement as a LONGINES 285 movement. The movement serial number is also marked as "13891801" This is a very collectable 1960's Diver Watch, in great condition, keeping accurate time and a great addition to any diver watch collection.
Please Note: While this watch was waterproof rated when originally produced, gaskets and seals wear out over time. Consequently, we do not guarantee that this watch retains its original waterproof rating. It would be best to have a watchmaker check all the gaskets and seals before subjecting it to water or high humidity conditions.
Dimensions:
Width (including crown) : 40 mm
Width (excluding crown): 38 mm
Distance Between Lugs: 20 mm
Lug Tip to Lug Tip: 47 mm
Thickness (Case Back to Top of Bezel): 9 mm
Condition: Pre-owned: Very Good All Original Condition - Original dial w/ original luminance. The LONGINES cal 285 manual wind movement is running strong & keeping accurate time. The all stainless steel case is in very good condition - showing minimal signs of over polishing. The crystal does have a crack & should be replaced. The bi-directional bezel rotates freely and securely. The Longines stainless steel bracelet may not be original and does show signs of stretching from use.
This is a very rare 1960's LONGINES Flagship Diver Watch in very good original condition with a Longines cal 285 manual wind movement. The original dial bears the following markings : "LONGINES | Flagship | SWISS". The rear of the case is marked with "STAINLESS STEEL". The inside of the case is marked: "LONGINES | FAB SUISSE | SWISS MADE | ACIER INOXYDABLE" and includes the reference number "7982-388". The LONGINES cal 285 - 17 jewel movement is marked: "LONGINES WATCH CO | SWISS | UNADJUSTED | SEVENTEEN 17 JEWELS" and the correct markings to identify the movement as a LONGINES 285 movement. The movement serial number is also marked as "13891801" This is a very collectable 1960's Diver Watch, in great condition, keeping accurate time and a great addition to any diver watch collection.
Please Note: While this watch was waterproof rated when originally produced, gaskets and seals wear out over time. Consequently, we do not guarantee that this watch retains its original waterproof rating. It would be best to have a watchmaker check all the gaskets and seals before subjecting it to water or high humidity conditions.
Dimensions:
Width (including crown) : 40 mm
Width (excluding crown): 38 mm
Distance Between Lugs: 20 mm
Lug Tip to Lug Tip: 47 mm
Thickness (Case Back to Top of Bezel): 9 mm
Condition: Pre-owned: Very Good All Original Condition - Original dial w/ original luminance. The LONGINES cal 285 manual wind movement is running strong & keeping accurate time. The all stainless steel case is in very good condition - showing minimal signs of over polishing. The crystal does have a crack & should be replaced. The bi-directional bezel rotates freely and securely. The Longines stainless steel bracelet may not be original and does show signs of stretching from use.
This is a very rare 1960's LONGINES Flagship Diver Watch in very good original condition with a Longines cal 285 manual wind movement. The original dial bears the following markings : "LONGINES | Flagship | SWISS". The rear of the case is marked with "STAINLESS STEEL". The inside of the case is marked: "LONGINES | FAB SUISSE | SWISS MADE | ACIER INOXYDABLE" and includes the reference number "7982-388". The LONGINES cal 285 - 17 jewel movement is marked: "LONGINES WATCH CO | SWISS | UNADJUSTED | SEVENTEEN 17 JEWELS" and the correct markings to identify the movement as a LONGINES 285 movement. The movement serial number is also marked as "13891801" This is a very collectable 1960's Diver Watch, in great condition, keeping accurate time and a great addition to any diver watch collection.
Please Note: While this watch was waterproof rated when originally produced, gaskets and seals wear out over time. Consequently, we do not guarantee that this watch retains its original waterproof rating. It would be best to have a watchmaker check all the gaskets and seals before subjecting it to water or high humidity conditions.
Dimensions:
Width (including crown) : 40 mm
Width (excluding crown): 38 mm
Distance Between Lugs: 20 mm
Lug Tip to Lug Tip: 47 mm
Thickness (Case Back to Top of Bezel): 9 mm
Condition: Pre-owned: Very Good All Original Condition - Original dial w/ original luminance. The LONGINES cal 285 manual wind movement is running strong & keeping accurate time. The all stainless steel case is in very good condition - showing minimal signs of over polishing. The crystal does have a crack & should be replaced. The bi-directional bezel rotates freely and securely. The Longines stainless steel bracelet may not be original and does show signs of stretching from use.