Lot 739
  • 739

Longines

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • LONGINES
  • A GOLD PLATED AND STAINLESS STEEL SINGLE BUTTON CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCHREF 5034 NO 7402877 CIRCA 1951
  • alligator, gilt, stainless steel
  • diameter 38 mm
• cal. 12.68Z manual winding stop second nickel lever movement • silvered dial, painted black Arabic numerals, blued steel spade hands, red chronograph hand, red hand for 60 minute register, engine turned subsidiary dial for constant seconds, inner blue painted tachometer scale, outer minute and 1/5 seconds track, outermost telemeter scale • gold plated case, rectangular chronograph pusher to the band, stainless steel snap on case back • case, dial, and movement signed

Condition

The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case is heavily oxidized with varying color to to the lugs, bezel, and case band. Medium to heavy wear throughout. Left side case band with darker coloration and dent to the center area. Small nicks and signs of polish throughout. Note that the case back is stainless steel. Lip from opening and closing with wear and material distortion. Case back with light surface wear overall. Dial in good vintage condition with some areas of oxidation, and dot surface markings and light scratches throughout. A darker area of oxidation at 7. Some light fading to the tachometer sale closest to 12. A scratch or material loss to 2. Some fading to the telemeter scale at 12. Red chronograph hands likely replaced or repainted as they are the same color. Associated buckle is not signed but noted "swiss made." Movement in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Longines Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on January 20th, 1951, to the company Danero, Longines' agent in Uruguay.