The Société Française Longines was the Longines agent for France for many years but it is the first time I see a watch with the SFL logo standing alone on the dial. A very good quality stainless steel case... ...with a correct matching of serial numbers Two tone dial And a well finished movement But... "Dear Xxxxx, Thank you for your message. For your information, I do agree that SFL means Société Française Longines which was our agent in France for many years. We have delivered them many Longines watches but also Longines movements. They were then able to produced the case and the strap under license from Longines. In this case, the name Longines was on the dial. On the pictures you have sent me, we can see the watch is made by SFL, under their name. In addition, our chief watchmaker confirms the movement is not made by Longines. So as far we do suppose SFL made their own production but we can’t find any archives in Longines to prove it. If I find something in the near future, I will let you know. I hope this information will be of help to you and remain at your entire disposal for any further information you may need. Best regards, Jennifer Bochud Museum Curator" So nothing to do with Longines, anyway a nice and very well made watch
I recognize this one. A very attractive piece in fantastic condition. Would have been neat with a cal. 25.17 but likely much more expensive. Thanks for posting it.
Great looking watch regardless. A 25.17 or 9L would've been nice but this movement looks to be good quality with chaton-set jewels, etc. Love that it's a stainless case, as most of the rectangular or tonneau pieces readily available seem to be plated or solid (not that 14 or 18K is bad, just more expensive). Given all the great watches I've seen you post, however, you obviously have access to the not-so-readily available pieces
Is the brushing on the movement unusual? I don't know that I've seen a piece that has such a finish. Love the dial.