Title Longines Hand-Wound Dress Watch, Champagne Dial, Reference 17881698 Introduction This piece presents a classic round case fitted with a champagne-toned dial, applied baton hour markers, and slender dauphine-style hands. The dial bears the Longines name and winged-hourglass emblem beneath the twelve o'clock position. The case is paired with an integrated bracelet featuring a woven-link pattern, and the overall design reflects the restrained, clean lines characteristic of mid-century dress watches. Historical & Collector Value Longines, founded in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, has a long history in the production of precision timepieces and is recognized as one of the established Swiss watchmaking houses of the 19th and 20th centuries. This model, fitted with a hand-wound movement, is representative of the simple, elegant dress watches produced during that period, when clean dials and slim cases were favored for everyday wear. Such pieces illustrate the design conventions of their era, prioritizing legibility and understated presentation over complication. Specifications – Brand: Longines – Movement: Manual winding – Case Size: 34mm – Dial: Champagne – Bracelet: Metal bracelet with woven-link design Condition Overall the watch is graded Good by the seller, indicating a used vintage piece with honest signs of age. The dial shows visible discoloration and staining, as noted by the seller, consistent with its age. The case and bracelet show light to moderate wear consistent with age and prior use. The crystal presents in generally clean condition for a piece of its age, though close inspection of the photographs is recommended. As a pre-owned vintage watch, some wear and small marks consistent with normal use should be expected. The watch has been tested and is currently in working condition. Important Notes This is a vintage watch. Minor signs of age and use, including the dial discoloration noted above, should be expected. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. Shipping & Customs The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking from Japan. Since the item will be shipped from Japan, customs duties may apply upon arrival. For more details, please refer to the following link: https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/fees/do-i-have-to-pay-customs-fees Management Number: A0659