Longines - Chronograph Flyback 13ZN 18K Gold Ref. 4381 - Unisex - 1900-1949
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Description from the seller
An absolute masterpiece in the history of haute horology. We propose an extraordinary vintage Longines wrist chronograph equipped with the famed In-House Caliber 13ZN with Flyback function (return to flight), unanimously regarded by collectors and historians as one of the most fascinating, complex, and prestigious mechanical chronograph movements ever made.
The watch is accompanied by the official Longines Certificate of Authenticity / Archive Extract (issued in Saint-Imier in January 2023), attesting to its production and invoicing on February 22, 1941 at Ostersetzer, the historic and exclusive Longines authorized dealer/agent for Italy at the time.
Brand: Longines
Model: Chronograph Flyback
Case Reference: 4381
Serial/Case Number: 6018373 (stamped and fully matching between case and movement)
Year of Production: 1941 (Invoiced to the Italian agent Ostersetzer)
Case Diameter: 35 mm (excluding crown) - Classic, elegant proportions with a strong presence on the wrist
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold (750/1000) with a polished finish, gold hallmarks clearly engraved inside the case back
Movement: Manually wound mechanical movement by Longines Caliber 13ZN (29.80 mm, 18 jewels, 18,000 A/h, column-wheel chronograph with Flyback complication)
Dial: Professionally restored to a high-end standard ("refreshed brass dial" as mentioned in the certificate), with spectacularly legible multicolor scales: blue tachymeter scale, red telemeter scale, railway-track minute markers, and subdials with barley grain / concentric guilloché finishing
Crystal: Transparent and clean Plexiglass (Esalite)
Strap: Premium brown leather with Longines tang buckle
Included: Official Longines Certificate of Authenticity (2023) with original envelope and archive letter from the manufacturer
Movement: Fully functional and precise. Start/stop and Flyback (instantaneous reset) of the chronograph respond quickly and accurately.
Aesthetics: The 18k gold case presents itself in extraordinarily well-preserved condition.
As duly certified by the Saint-Imier headquarters, the brass base plate of the original dial has been restored and professionally refurbished over time to restore impeccable legibility and aesthetic elegance to the watch. Crown and hands replaced during vintage maintenance.
Shipping: Top-Tier, highly secure, tracked and fully insured for the full sale value with a specialized express courier and armored packaging.
Seller's Story
Milan Museums Art Watches SRLS: Excellence and Innovation in the World of Art.
A company that embodies Ida Ruffolo's vision and passion for art represents the artistic intuition of an art dealer who has been able to create a reference company for private collectors, art galleries and artists of all generation. Our company quickly specialized in the buying and selling of works of art, gaining the trust of the market through a strong brand and impeccable reliability.
With the opening of two strategic offices, one in the North and one in the South of Italy, Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS has established itself as an exclusive point of reference for purchases and sales in the art sector. Our selection of works is the result of careful research and in-depth knowledge of the market, offering only the best to investors and art enthusiasts.
Our care in selecting artists is meticulous: we choose only exceptional talents to include in our catalogue, with the aim of marketing and promoting their works internationally. This selection process guarantees that each artist and work represented by Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is synonymous with quality and investment potential.
Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is today a consolidated reality, capable of serving customers in almost all countries of the world, with a constant commitment to excellence and innovation in the field of art. Our mission is to enrich our clients' collections with works that not only beautify spaces, but which also represent a long-lasting and significant investment.
Translated by Google TranslateAn absolute masterpiece in the history of haute horology. We propose an extraordinary vintage Longines wrist chronograph equipped with the famed In-House Caliber 13ZN with Flyback function (return to flight), unanimously regarded by collectors and historians as one of the most fascinating, complex, and prestigious mechanical chronograph movements ever made.
The watch is accompanied by the official Longines Certificate of Authenticity / Archive Extract (issued in Saint-Imier in January 2023), attesting to its production and invoicing on February 22, 1941 at Ostersetzer, the historic and exclusive Longines authorized dealer/agent for Italy at the time.
Brand: Longines
Model: Chronograph Flyback
Case Reference: 4381
Serial/Case Number: 6018373 (stamped and fully matching between case and movement)
Year of Production: 1941 (Invoiced to the Italian agent Ostersetzer)
Case Diameter: 35 mm (excluding crown) - Classic, elegant proportions with a strong presence on the wrist
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold (750/1000) with a polished finish, gold hallmarks clearly engraved inside the case back
Movement: Manually wound mechanical movement by Longines Caliber 13ZN (29.80 mm, 18 jewels, 18,000 A/h, column-wheel chronograph with Flyback complication)
Dial: Professionally restored to a high-end standard ("refreshed brass dial" as mentioned in the certificate), with spectacularly legible multicolor scales: blue tachymeter scale, red telemeter scale, railway-track minute markers, and subdials with barley grain / concentric guilloché finishing
Crystal: Transparent and clean Plexiglass (Esalite)
Strap: Premium brown leather with Longines tang buckle
Included: Official Longines Certificate of Authenticity (2023) with original envelope and archive letter from the manufacturer
Movement: Fully functional and precise. Start/stop and Flyback (instantaneous reset) of the chronograph respond quickly and accurately.
Aesthetics: The 18k gold case presents itself in extraordinarily well-preserved condition.
As duly certified by the Saint-Imier headquarters, the brass base plate of the original dial has been restored and professionally refurbished over time to restore impeccable legibility and aesthetic elegance to the watch. Crown and hands replaced during vintage maintenance.
Shipping: Top-Tier, highly secure, tracked and fully insured for the full sale value with a specialized express courier and armored packaging.
Seller's Story
Milan Museums Art Watches SRLS: Excellence and Innovation in the World of Art.
A company that embodies Ida Ruffolo's vision and passion for art represents the artistic intuition of an art dealer who has been able to create a reference company for private collectors, art galleries and artists of all generation. Our company quickly specialized in the buying and selling of works of art, gaining the trust of the market through a strong brand and impeccable reliability.
With the opening of two strategic offices, one in the North and one in the South of Italy, Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS has established itself as an exclusive point of reference for purchases and sales in the art sector. Our selection of works is the result of careful research and in-depth knowledge of the market, offering only the best to investors and art enthusiasts.
Our care in selecting artists is meticulous: we choose only exceptional talents to include in our catalogue, with the aim of marketing and promoting their works internationally. This selection process guarantees that each artist and work represented by Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is synonymous with quality and investment potential.
Milano Musei Arte Orologi SRLS is today a consolidated reality, capable of serving customers in almost all countries of the world, with a constant commitment to excellence and innovation in the field of art. Our mission is to enrich our clients' collections with works that not only beautify spaces, but which also represent a long-lasting and significant investment.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Brand
Longines
Gender
Unisex
Model
Chronograph Flyback 13ZN 18K Gold Ref. 4381
Band material
Leather
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Long (over 200 mm)
Period
1900-1949
Repainted dial
Yes
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Gold
Original box included
No
Original papers included
Yes
Case diameter
35 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
