Beautiful vintage Longines from the late 1940s to early 1950s featuring an elegant round case with prominent stepped lugs characteristic of the post-war Retro era. This classic dress watch showcases Longines’ renowned Swiss craftsmanship with a charming patinated dial that tells the story of its decades of use.
Condition:
• Watch is running and keeping time
• Case shows age-appropriate wear with some finish loss typical of gold-filled cases
• Dial has developed beautiful vintage patina with character and age spots
• Crystal has scratches but remains intact
• Subseconds register at 6 o’clock
• Aftermarket black leather strap with signed Longines buckle included
Specifications:
• Brand: Longines
• Era: Late 1940s - Early 1950s
• Movement: Longines manual wind (likely caliber 9L or 9LT, 17 jewels)
• Case Material: Gold-filled (10K or 14K gold-filled)
• Case Shape: Round with prominent stepped lugs
• Case Size: Approximately 34-36mm
• Dial: Silver/cream with applied gold Arabic numerals (12, 3, 6, 9) and gold leaf hands
• Features: Subseconds register at 6 o’clock, decorative radial pattern on outer dial
• Buckle: Longines signed buckle
• Case Back: Engraved with what appears to be “5565” or similar reference
What’s Included:
• Watch with black leather strap and Longines buckle
• No box or papers
Important Notes:
• This is a vintage 1940s-1950s watch sold as-is
• Currently running but service history unknown
• Dial patina adds vintage character and authenticity
• Gold-filled case shows typical wear from 70+ years of use
• Classic example of mid-century Longines craftsmanship
About This Watch:
This Longines represents the golden age of the brand’s watchmaking, when they were considered among the world’s most prestigious timepiece manufacturers alongside Omega, Rolex, and other Swiss giants. The 1940s-1950s era featured elegant designs with prominent lugs, beautiful dial work, and reliable manual wind movements that were built to last generations.
The stepped lugs and overall case design are hallmarks of the post-WWII “Retro” period when watch designs became bolder and more substantial. The dial’s natural patina tells the story of decades of wear and gives this piece genuine vintage character that cannot be replicated. The subseconds at 6 o’clock was the standard complication of the era, and the applied Arabic numerals showcase the attention to detail Longines was famous for.
For collectors of vintage Longines or anyone seeking an authentic piece of mid-century Swiss watchmaking history, this watch offers classic styling and proven reliability at an accessible price point.