Introduction Presented here is an elegant vintage Longines Flagship, reference 8401-4, powered by the Longines Calibre 320 manual-winding movement. The watch features a compact square cushion-style stainless-steel case, a silver-tone dial, applied baton hour markers and the distinctive scripted “Flagship” signature. Its refined proportions and simple two-hand display give it the understated elegance associated with classic Swiss ladies' dress watches. The black leather strap has been replaced with a new strap, allowing the watch to be enjoyed immediately. Historical & Collector Value The Longines Flagship collection was introduced in 1957 and became one of the brand's important historic collections. This example is especially interesting for collectors because both the movement and the inside of the case back retain clearly identifiable Longines markings. The movement is signed: LONGINES – 17 JEWELS – SWISS and carries the calibre marking 320, identifying it as the Longines Calibre 320, a compact hand-wound mechanical movement used in vintage ladies' watches. The inside of the case back is signed: LONGINES FAB. SUISSE SWISS MADE ACIER INOXYDABLE 8401 4 confirming the stainless-steel construction and case reference 8401-4. The combination of the signed Longines movement, clearly marked case reference and Flagship dial gives this watch strong appeal for collectors of vintage Longines and classic ladies' mechanical watches. Specifications Brand: Longines Model: Flagship Reference: 8401-4 Movement: Longines Calibre 320 Movement type: Manual winding Jewels: 17 jewels Case material: Stainless steel Case shape: Square / cushion style Case size: Approx. 19.1 mm Case thickness: Approx. 6.7 mm Lug width: Approx. 10 mm Strap width: Approx. 10 mm Strap: Black leather, newly replaced Approx. wrist circumference: 16 cm Weight: Approx. 11 g Dial: Silver-tone Display: Two hands Case-back number: 16267276 Case reference inside back: 8401-4 Management number: 26G053 Country marking: Swiss Made Condition This is a vintage timepiece and therefore shows age-related signs of use. The stainless-steel case has light scratches, marks and wear consistent with its age. The dial shows natural ageing, including small spots and patina visible in the photographs. The crystal is in good condition for its age, with no major damage visible. The movement and inside of the case show age-related discoloration and traces of oxidation, as visible in the photographs. The black leather strap has been replaced with a new strap. All functions have been checked and the watch is currently operating. The crown winds the movement and the time-setting function operates normally. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description. Due to the age of the watch, water resistance is not guaranteed. Contact with water should be avoided. Service History All functions have been checked prior to sale and the watch is currently operating. The manual-winding mechanism, crown operation and time-setting function have been confirmed. A new leather strap has been fitted, providing a clean and comfortable setup for immediate use. As with any vintage mechanical watch, accuracy and running performance may vary depending on position, temperature and usage. Shipping & Customs The watch will be carefully packed and shipped internationally with appropriate protection. Any customs duties, VAT, import taxes, handling fees or other charges imposed by the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please check the applicable import regulations and charges in your country before bidding. IMPORTANT – Customs & Import Taxes If customs duties / VAT are not paid by the buyer, the parcel cannot be delivered and will be returned. In such cases, the sale will not be refunded. Please make sure to pay all customs charges promptly.