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SOLD Longines 8226 ref 3, Valjoux 72

  1. smitty190373 Dec 1, 2017

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    I am selling this original Longines 8226 ref 3 diver with Singer, Newman style dial. The reason for the sale is that at 43mm, it is too big for my wrist. I am more suited to 38-40mm watches.

    The movement is a Longines calibre 330, based on the Valjoux 72. As you can see from the pictures it is a work of art. The watch dates to May 1969 and was serviced this year, paperwork included. Everything on the watch is original....case, dial, hands, signed crown and pushers. Also included is the original Gay Freres bracelet, stamped Longines, and end links. The majority of these I have seen are sold minus the bracelet. Also included is a 22-18mm Italian made calf strap, as seen in some pictures.

    As you can see the watch is in superb condition, many of these have dings and knocks as they aren't that small, but the case on this is superb. The sunburst grain can clearly still be seen, and to me looks unpolished and is perfectly sharp around the edges. The dial and hands retain the original lume, with no marks or damage. The only thing I will mention is a small scratch on the crystal. All in all a great example of a 1960 Longines diver!

    £3200GBP bank transfer or Paypal Friends, +4% otherwise.

    The watch is based in the UK so UK/Europe shipping +£30, ROW +£75 with DHL Express.
    If not accurately described, the watch can be returned within 48hrs.
    Buyer pays shipping.

    Some seller references

    https://omegaforums.net/threads/great-deal-from-smitty190373.66090/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/easy-transaction-with-smitty190373.60356/
    https://omegaforums.net/threads/smitty190373-fantastic-seller.53493/

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    Edited Dec 1, 2017
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  2. smitty190373 Dec 4, 2017

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    REDUCED. £2950
     
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  3. smitty190373 Dec 8, 2017

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    REDUCED £2750
     
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  4. smitty190373 Jan 31, 2018

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    reduced £2650
     
  5. smitty190373 Feb 7, 2018

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    Reduced £2550.

    Has to be the cheapest serviced 8226 with bracelet and ends out there.
     
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  6. smitty190373 Feb 12, 2018

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    And SOLD...Thanks to buyer and O.F