Longines Chronograph Ref. 8226, 1969

Dealer description — Bulang & Sons

Most watch collectors are familiar with the iconic Rolex Daytona featuring the "Exotic dial," with its art-deco design elements. However, Rolex wasn’t the only brand to benefit from the expertise of the Singer dial factory in the late 1960s and '70s. As a leader in the market, Singer sometimes adapted its designs, and the distinctive style subdials can be found on watches from brands beyond Rolex. In this instance, we have a stunning example of a Longines chronograph powered by the legendary Valjoux 72 (yes, the same movement found in the Rolex Daytona!). The watch is housed in a 43mm tonneau-shaped steel case, a classic design from that time period. The dial is quite unusual, featuring an inner km/h scale with a red section, and showcasing the crossover design elements typical of Singer dials—art-deco numerals, lollipop hash marks, and the signature "hammer-esque" design seen on Rolex Daytona references like the 6239 and 6265. This Longines chronograph comes mounted on a Longines strap with a matching steel Longines buckle, and the manual-wound Longines caliber has been fully serviced by our watchmaker. We believe this is a cool and fun watch that won't break the bank—let’s strike a deal! Specifications: - Longines Chronograph reference 8226-3 - 43mm tonneau-shaped steel case - Serial 116xxxx dating to 1969 - Triple signed (case, movement & dial) - Longines hand-wound movement cal. 330 based on a Valjoux 72 ebauché - Longines leather strap with steel Longines buckle - Fully serviced by our watchmaker