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

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

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