Longines - Longines Pocket Watch - 1660271 - 1900-1949

Longines Pocket Watch – Railroad-Open Face – Swiss Mechanical Pocket Watch – circa 1905–1915

A refined Longines pocket watch dating from the early 20th century, representing the golden age of Swiss watchmaking. Featuring a classic 50 mm open-face case, elegant white enamel dial with Roman numerals, blued steel hands and a beautifully finished Longines in-house mechanical movement, this is a highly collectible timepiece from one of Switzerland's most prestigious manufacturers.
An especially attractive detail is the retailer's signature on the dial: J. Marinelli e Hijo, Artes y Corrientes, Buenos Aires, reflecting the historical distribution of Longines through exclusive South American retailers during the early 1900s. Such signed dials are increasingly appreciated by collectors for their historical significance.
The movement bears the Longines signature and exhibits the fine finishing characteristic of the manufacture. The inner case is stamped with the EFCo (E. Francillon & Co.) emblem, confirming original Longines production.

Specifications
• Brand: Longines
• Model: Pocket Watch (Open Face)
• Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
• Period: circa 1905–1915
• Movement: Swiss manual-winding mechanical, signed Longines
• Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
• Case Material: Steel
• Case Diameter: 50 mm
• Dial: White enamel dial with Roman numerals
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Water Resistance: Not tested for water.
• Condition Grade: B

Condition
The watch is in good vintage condition considering its age of more than one century.
• Original enamel dial signed by the retailer
• Typical light signs of age and use
• Hairline cracks and minor chips are present on the enamel dial, as visible in the photographs

Historical Note
Founded in 1832, Longines is among the most respected names in Swiss horology. Pocket watches from this period represent the company's transition into industrial precision manufacturing while preserving traditional hand-finishing techniques. Examples featuring original retailer signatures—especially from prestigious South American distributors such as J. Marinelli e Hijo, Buenos Aires—are increasingly sought after by collectors because they document the international expansion of Longines during the Belle Époque.

Delivery: Delivered with generic presentation box.
Internal Reference Number: ABA 50