Longines - La Grande Classique - No Reserve Price - 256-8926 - Men - 2009

Longines Presence Ref. 6951 (Gold-Plated, Swiss Made) – Elegant Neo-Vintage Quartz Dress Watch

Model Overview

This Longines Presence ref. 6951 represents the brand’s classic dress-watch line from the late 1990s–early 2000s, combining slim proportions with clean, traditional styling. Longines, founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, is known for elegant, precise timepieces and today sits in the Swatch Group portfolio as a heritage-rich Swiss manufacturer.
Wikipedia

The 6951 family features a gold-plated round case, white enamel-tone dial with Roman numerals and a thin, reliable quartz calibre for carefree daily use. Dressy yet unisex style

Thanks to its modest diameter and minimal dial layout, it wears as a discreet dress piece, ideal for formal occasions or as a refined everyday watch. Comparable examples have appeared at European auctions with estimates in the underlining its role as an accessible entry -mid range Longines collecting.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Longines
Model: Classic le grand Presence
Reference: 6951 (caseback often marked 6951 6 150 / “150 SWISS 6951”)

Movement: Quartz, Longines calibre L152.x (two-hand time-only)
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Serial / Case Number: As per caseback (exact number visible on the watch)

Case

Material: Gold-plated case with stainless-steel snap-on caseback
Dimensions: Approx. 34mm diameter (excluding crown)
Bezel: Fixed, polished gold-plated bezel
Crystal: Glass (not verified if mineral or sapphire)
Water Resistance: Not tested; sold as not water-resistant
Dial & Hands

Markers: Printed black Roman numeral hour markers
Date: No date, clean two-hand layout
Branding: Longines name and winged-hourglass logo at 12; additional text as per standard Presence configuration
Hands: Slim blackened baton hands for hours and minutes

Caseback

Material: Stainless steel
Attachment: Snap-on
Engravings: Longines logo, reference 6951 6 150 / “SWISS 150 6951” format and serial number (may vary by piece)
Strap & Buckle

Strap: Leather strap (standard straight-end dress style; likely a later replacement rather than the original Longines strap)
Width: Approx. 17–18 mm at lugs (typical for this reference)
Buckle: Stainless-steel pin buckle, unsigned / generic (unless otherwise stated by the seller)

Notable Historical / Brand Context

The Presence line sits firmly in Longines’ “classic elegance” segment, reflecting the brand’s long-running focus on slim, dressy watches rather than tool pieces. Positioned below high-complication models but above entry-level fashion quartz, Presence references like the 6951 offered Swiss-made reliability with the brand’s historic winged-hourglass signature, the oldest unchanged registered trademark in watchmaking.
Wikipedia

Aesthetically, the watch echoes traditional mid-20th-century dress designs: small gold-tone case, stark white dial and Roman numerals – a look that has aged well and still fits current “neo-classic” trends.

Collector Appeal & Value Potential

This reference is a smart target for collectors who appreciate traditional dress-watch design and want an authentic Swiss-made Longines without the higher cost of mechanical models. Neo-vintage quartz dress watches from major houses have seen steady interest as buyers rediscover slim, under-the-radar pieces from the 1990s–2000s. Auction results for similar
Condition Report

The watch is in overall great - gently used condition for its super for age, with minimal signs of wear visible under close inspection (light surface marks to case and caseback, minor handling traces to crystal and strap). The dial with Roman numerals generally presents cleanly, with no major damage reported, and hands show consistent ageing. The quartz movement is reported to be running at the time of cataloguing; service history is unknown, and long-term accuracy or battery life cannot be guaranteed. Water resistance has not been tested and the watch should not be exposed to water.

Delivery

Packaging: The watch will be carefully packed for transport, In External and internal LONGINES box (included, but the condition is not for a present or new- longines typical loosing faux leater matterial + paper + travel case protective packaging suitable for auction shipping.
Shipping: Registered and insured shipment from within the European Union, with tracking. Buyers outside the EU should be aware that local customs duties and import taxes (if any) are their responsibility.