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  1. styggpyggeno1 ΩF Enforcer ....and thread killer Mar 3, 2018

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    I have not bought a watch in two years. Lost the itch for quite a while

    This post is about the one that woke me up from the long sleep - and it happened for a reason (OK - some reasons).

    I do like chronometers (a lot), hi beat movements, cushion cases, etc. - and I do like Longines as a brand. I also like watches in good condition. Found this ref 8071-1 in 2011 - locally and dirt cheap. Pulled the trigger and I have enjoyed it since.

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    A short while later I saw this black/grey dial chronometer rated ultra-chron for sale but did not win the action. Should have gone higher. Regret.

    (sellers pics - at least five years old)
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    Today I did not hesitate and won.

    Auction house pic first and a couple of pics from a friend who had a look at the watch live on my behalf.

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    Watch 62 added to the collection. I will get back with my own pictures when I got in my hand.
     
  2. bubba48 Mar 3, 2018

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    Very nice watches. Congrats
     
  3. ClarendonVintage Mar 3, 2018

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    Great condition!

    My Ultra Chron Chronometer says hi

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  4. khmt2 Mar 3, 2018

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    Welcome back to the habit! :thumbsup: a 431 chronometer ain't common and this looks to be in great shape! Congrats! ::psy::

    My non chronometer example says hi!

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  5. argonbeam Mar 3, 2018

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    Congratulations on no purchases for 2 years! Nice way to fall off the wagon. Need to wear mine more.

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  6. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Mar 3, 2018

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    A cushion of a different shape says hello:

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    First Dennis, now you. Good to see all of you coming back home.
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  7. ulackfocus Mar 3, 2018

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    Hey J, how's tricks? Good to see you here.

    Nice snag on the 431 Chronometer. :thumbsup: You know I love C-cases, plus the grey crosshair dial, and ::love::. I think I still have a silver dial C-case U-C Chronometer around here somewhere.
     
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  8. gdupree Mar 3, 2018

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    Beautiful watches. always loved the cushion cases as well... I see an ultra chron in my future.
     
  9. dougiedude Carpe horologium! Mar 3, 2018

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    Can’t wait to see the group shot!

    Here’s my cushion UC:

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    Better dial pic:

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  10. ulackfocus Mar 3, 2018

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    One of the most detailed casebacks I've ever seen on one of these C-case U-Cs. :thumbsup:
     
  11. TropicConnie Mar 4, 2018

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    Very nice! A black Ultra-Chron is one of only two watches I'd ever trade my black Constellation for.
     
  12. bubba48 Mar 4, 2018

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  13. GordonL Mar 4, 2018

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    mine says hello - a 1968 Wittnauer-cased variant Ultra-Chron_crop_3.jpg
     
  14. argonbeam Mar 4, 2018

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    This thread reminded me I had this chunky hidden away somewhere. Found it, just to show a somewhat less desirable model ;).

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  15. styggpyggeno1 ΩF Enforcer ....and thread killer Mar 5, 2018

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    That is beautiful!
     
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  16. Jones in LA Isofrane hoarder. Mar 5, 2018

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    Nicely done!
     
  17. omg smstr Mar 5, 2018

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    Lighter side of Ultra Chron chronometers
    Reference : 8351 / 8353 / 8355
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  18. ClarendonVintage Mar 5, 2018

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    Do you have the brochure for 8351? Mine posted above is the most left one, and I have it recorded as 8353.
     
  19. omg smstr Mar 5, 2018

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    Sorry for the confusion, I didn't put the reference according to the position on my picture.
    Here is a brochure (found some time ago here on OF) longines4_zps3e0461fd.jpg
     
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  20. ClarendonVintage Mar 5, 2018

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    Useful brochure! It is a 8353, not 8351. Both yours (most left,) and mine (above). The Swiss made is at the most bottom of the dial, and font is Times New Roman.