Description
A beautiful unrestored Longines silver pocket watch dating to approximately 1933 and powered by the highly regarded Longines Calibre 17.89ABC movement, additionally marked with the unusual "ZZ" variant designation.
This elegant open-face pocket watch remains in good working order, winding, setting and running well at the time of listing. The watch retains its original silvered dial, original blued steel hands and attractive oversized Arabic numerals, giving it a wonderfully authentic appearance.
The dial displays spotting and age-related marks acquired over many decades of use and storage. Whilst these imperfections are noticeable, they are entirely consistent with an original unrestored watch of this age and contribute to its character and authenticity.
The Swiss silver case is in very good condition with only light signs of age and use. The movement is particularly attractive, retaining its high-quality Longines finishing and displaying the craftsmanship that helped establish Longines as one of Switzerland's most respected manufacturers.
Supplied in a Bowles Ltd. gift box.
Maker History
Founded in Saint-Imier, Switzerland in 1832, Longines is one of the world's oldest and most respected watch manufacturers. Renowned for producing precision timepieces, chronometers and sporting timers, Longines built a reputation for exceptional quality and innovation. Their pocket watches and wristwatches remain highly sought after today.
Key Details
• Maker: Longines
• Calibre: Longines 17.89ABC
• Variant: Marked "ZZ"
• Serial Number: 5183061
• Estimated Year of Production: 1933
• Case Material: Hallmarked Swiss silver
• Movement Type: Stem wound and stem set
• Dial Type: Original silvered dial with subsidiary seconds
• Hands: Original blued steel hands
• Features: Original unrestored condition, Swiss silver case, subsidiary seconds, Longines signed movement
Dimensions
• Case Diameter: 44.9mm
• Thickness: 9.5mm
Condition
• In good working order
• Winds, sets and runs well
• Original dial with age-related spotting and patina throughout
• Original blued steel hands present
• Light surface marks to the crystal
• Swiss silver case in very good condition overall
• Light surface wear consistent with age and careful use
• Movement appears clean and well preserved
• A beautiful unrestored example
Summary
A charming and increasingly collectable Longines silver pocket watch dating from 1933, powered by the desirable Calibre 17.89ABC movement and retaining its original dial, hands and character. Offered in beautiful unrestored condition and good working order, this is an excellent opportunity to acquire an authentic interwar Longines timepiece.
Postage & Shipping
As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.
Important Notes About Antique & Vintage Watches & Movements
This item is being sold as a vintage or antique timepiece. We have described the condition as accurately as possible at the time of listing, however no guarantee can be given regarding accuracy, reliability, or future performance. The service history is unknown and a service or repair may be required before use, or for long term reliability.
