Longines Military-Style Field Watch (Ref. 5150) 'Cal. 12L', 1943

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

Longines is one of the oldest continuously operating watch manufacturers in the world, with roots dating back to 1832. Over that immense period of time, the brand has crafted some truly incredible—and incredibly accurate—timepieces. In fact, it's one of the reasons Longines is the official timekeeper of the Kentucky Derby, where accuracy is paramount. Whether it's a chronograph, diving watch, or a simple dress model, a Longines wristwatch never seems to disappoint. Longines' history is sprawling with an array of beautiful and functional watches, including beautiful sports watches, military-issued timepieces,and unique dress watches. The ref. 5150 is an iconic model from Longines, renowned for its elegant yet functional aesthetic, and for being both a military-issued and civilian model from the height of the Second World War. The classic navigator-style dial displays the time in both 12-hour and 24-hour scales in a very legible and organized fashion, for telling the time at a glance. The case, while measuring smaller is size at 32mm, is fashioned with long swooping lugs that extend the size of the watch to a more modern aesthetic. A stylish, yet still classically elegant timepiece ready for its next adventure. SPECS Stock # LNGFW5150 Brand Longines Style Dress Watch Model 5150 Serial Military-Style Field Watch Size Men's / Unisex Material Stainless Steel Dial Silver 'Aged' Millimeters 32 Strap 2pc Leather Strap CASE & BRACELET The well-preserved case remains in impressive and crisp condition, retaining the original dimensions through the lugs with mild wear and age present. The original bezel is in excellent condition as well. The large, knurled crown is original to the watch. The case back show light wear and minor tool marks. The watch comes supplied on an era-correct OD Green military-style canvas strap. DIAL & HANDS The original satin silver is beautifully preserved, especially for the age of the watch, showing mild aging, which is expected and adds to the vintage aesthetic overall. The radium lume plots have achieved a charming beige patina and exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light. The original blued-steel radium hands are in near-perfect condition with the lume matching the dial patina almost perfectly. ACCESSORIES None. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request