Title Longines Hand-Wound Watch, Silver Dial, Ref. 16963541 Introduction This is a compact, round watch from Longines, presenting a clean silver dial with applied baton markers and a matching set of baton hands. The dial carries the Longines signature above the center and a "SWISS MADE" designation near the lower edge, reflecting a restrained, classic design typical of mid-century dress watches. The case is fitted with a gold-tone mesh bracelet, and the overall impression is one of understated, traditional styling suited to everyday wear. Historical & Collector Value Longines, a Swiss manufacturer with a long history in watchmaking, has produced mechanical timepieces across a wide range of styles throughout the twentieth century. This model, with its hand-wound movement and simple dial layout, is characteristic of the brand's approach to compact, classically styled watches produced during that era. Such designs illustrate the general aesthetic preferences of the period, emphasizing legibility and understated elegance over complication. Specifications – Brand: Longines – Movement: Hand-wound (manual winding) – Case Size: 21mm – Dial: Silver – Bracelet: Gold-tone mesh bracelet Condition The watch has been graded Very Good by the seller, which indicates a generally well-kept example for its age rather than a flawless or new condition. As a pre-owned vintage watch, it shows signs of age and use consistent with its era, and some light wear and small marks consistent with normal use should be expected. The dial appears clean for a vintage piece of its age, and the case and bracelet show light wear typical of a watch of this type. The watch has been tested and is in working condition. Please refer to the photographs for further detail on the overall appearance. Important Notes This is a vintage watch. Minor signs of age and use 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: A0844