Longines 30CH Reference 5967

DirtyDozen12

A recent discussion has prompted me to provide a brief overview of the Longines reference 5967. This is one of the most prevalent 30CH references. Based on examples that I have seen, production spanned almost the entire late-1940's to late-1960's run of the 30CH.

I will start with an image from a 1957 Italian catalog (source: https://www.vintagelongines.com/#history). As you can see, the diameter is around 38 mm and the case is 18K gold. I have seen both yellow and rose gold. All cases that I have seen have hammerhead 170 (more information here: https://www.vintagewatchstraps.com/swisspdm.php#pdm1).

Next is an image of the price from the same, 1957 catalog.

Here is an example of an early 5967 (source: https://mimandcroket.com/project/longines-30-ch-chrono-rose-gold-two-tone-dial/). You can see the distinctive, faceted lugs that are characteristic of this reference. The dial has applied markers and an applied emblem. Also, note the red cap jewel on the balance cock. This is indicative of an early 30CH. Crown is correct and unsigned.

Now, a slightly later 5967 (source: https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/auc...8/longines-reference-5967-yellow-gold-flyback). The dial has been crudely refinished. It is tough to tell, but the markers and emblem are not applied but embossed. Also, note the clear cap jewel on the balance cock. Crown is correct and unsigned.

Here is an example with an original dial to demonstrate the embossed markings and emblem (source: https://www.gros-delettrez.com/lot/91910/8847197). Note that some 30CH dials have embossed markers and an applied emblem.

Next is a later 5967 (source: https://mentawatches.com/product/longines-30ch-chronograph-6/). Again, the dial has applied markers and emblem. Note that the movement has lost its Geneva stripes. Crown is correct and signed.

Finally, a very late 5967 (source: https://omegaforums.net/threads/longines-30ch-530-numbering.93404/). Again, applied details on the dial. Movement is now marked 530. Crown is signed.

Hopefully, that was of some interest. I chose not to discuss the hands as my focus was more on the case and movement. If you have any questions, or a 5967, please feel free to ask and/or share.