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SOLD Longines ref 5606 Vintage 1948 Two-Tone Dial

  1. slique12 Oct 18, 2018

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    Dear All,

    Up for sale today is a lovely Longines, one that I was hoping to keep for a while. I’m raising some funds (non-watch related project) which is leading to the sale of some pieces from my collection.

    On the wrist, this piece wears beautifully. It is a nice size at 35mm, stainless steel, and the overall condition of the case is good. The dial is the real star here though with a two-tone finish and what I'd describe as harmonious patina. The sub-seconds dial and the heat blued hands complete the look and in my opinion create an overall aesthetic that must be seen in person to truly appreciate. Additionally, extract from the archives show that this watch was originally invoiced to Iran which makes this an uncommon example.

    Highlights:
    - All original with the possible exception of the crystal
    - Two-tone dial
    - 35mm, stainless steel case
    - Extract from the archives
    - Invoiced to Iran

    Lowlights:
    - While the movement looks in very good and clean condition, the watch runs fast. The previous seller mentioned a service but unsure what to make of that. My watchmaker has been on a bit of a hiatus and so did not have a chance to service this piece, thus a service is recommended.

    More details:
    Year: 1948
    Dial: Original two-tone
    Case: Original, 35 mm not including the crown, stainless steel
    Movement: Original, manually wound cal 27M
    Crown: Original, unsigned
    Hands: Original, heat blued steel
    Strap: Strap or bracelet in pics not included

    Pictures (borrowing couple from the previous seller):

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    I’m asking $1175 USD net to me which will also include the extract and 2 day insured shipping within CONUS. Other countries at cost. Paypal, Venmo or bank wire only.

    Watch and I are in the US and I can ship worldwide (with some exceptions). No returns please.

    Plenty of references available upon request. Thanks!
     
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  2. slique12 Oct 19, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  3. slique12 Oct 20, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
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  4. slique12 Oct 22, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  5. slique12 Oct 24, 2018

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    Some queries but still here. Taking reasonable offers.
     
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  6. slique12 Oct 27, 2018

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    Reduced to $1125
     
  7. slique12 Oct 30, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  8. slique12 Nov 1, 2018

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    Bump:)
     
  9. slique12 Nov 6, 2018

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    Now reduced to $1050