Longines Oversize 1943 Calibre 12.68Z — Pre-owned vintage watch

Swiss collectible watch from World War II — purchased at auction

This rare 1943 Longines Oversize is an authentic testament to Swiss watchmaking expertise during wartime. Equipped with the legendary Calibre 12.68Z movement and professionally restored, it embodies the mechanical excellence and timeless elegance of the Longines brand. A collector's item for enthusiasts of prestigious vintage watches.

📌 Unique, pre-owned item • Open for bidding

Rare Longines Oversize stainless steel pistol from World War II – Caliber 12.68Z – Year 1943

Description:

For sale, a rare 1943 Longines Oversize watch, a true collector's item that embodies the craftsmanship and elegance for which Longines is renowned. Equipped with a refined dial and powered by the legendary Longines Caliber 12.68Z movement, this watch offers a unique blend of style, historical significance, and mechanical excellence.

Professionally restored, with luminescent gold-plated hands and a small seconds subdial, this oversized Longines is a fascinating piece of watchmaking history. The stainless steel case is in excellent condition, with minimal signs of wear, while retaining its original character. The movement serial number (6469724) confirms the year of production in 1943, placing this watch at a significant moment in Longines' history. Technical specifications:

Brand: Longines
Movement :
Caliber: Longines 12.68Z, manual winding
Signed: Longines
Movement serial number: 6469724 (dating the watch to 1943)
Country of manufacture: Switzerland
Dial:
Professionally refined in perfect condition
Longines brand
Small seconds subdial at 6 o'clock
Hands: gold-plated with luminescent tips for improved readability
Case: Stainless steel
Case back:
Interior background with LONGINES inscription
Sapphire: Acrylic
Strap :
Genuine brown leather strap with Longines signature buckle

State:
Dial: Professionally restored, deep black with gold-plated numerals and indices and Longines logo.
Case: The steel case shows minimal signs of wear, with no significant signs of use, retaining its clean lines and original finish.
Movement: The Longines Calibre 12.68Z is in very good condition, guaranteeing precise timekeeping.
Hands and glass: The steel hands are in excellent condition, retaining their shine, and the acrylic glass is clear and scratch-resistant.

Dimensions:

Case diameter (excluding crown): 38 mm
Case diameter (including crown): 39,5 mm
Between jar (lug-to-lug): 46 mm
Thickness: mm 9,5
Lug width (strap): 18 mm

Dear Buyer, please be advised that you are bidding on a vintage watch. We are doing our best to ensure it is in the best possible condition, considering its age. However, please understand that we cannot guarantee its water resistance.
Important information for buyers outside the European Union
If you are purchasing from outside the EU, please note that any customs duties, import taxes and other charges that may apply in your country are the sole responsibility of the buyer.

Thank you for your understanding.

Tracked and insured shipping: €20 (European Union), €50 (Worldwide)