Enicar - longeau - 1900-1949
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Enicar Longeau Swiss pocket watch with a manual-wind movement, 15 jewels and anchor escapement, circa 1940, silver-plated case, 50 mm diameter, about 60 g, in good working condition.
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Enicar / Longeau – Swiss Pocket Watch – Ancre 15 Rubis – ca. 1940 – Mechanical Hand-Wound
Brand: Enicar (Longeau trade name)
Model: Longeau
Movement: Mechanical hand-wound
Jewels: 15 Rubies
Escapement: Anchor (Ancre)
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Period: ca. 1940
Condition: Good, working condition
Serial number: 1314034
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Description
Vintage Swiss pocket watch branded Longeau, produced under the Enicar company.
During the 1930s–1940s, Longeau was one of Enicar’s registered trade names, used on various civilian and military-type pocket watches, making this piece an interesting collectible example of early Enicar production.
The watch features a classic Swiss Made dial with Arabic numerals, blued feuille hands, and a small seconds register at 6 o’clock.
Inside is a traditional 15-jewel Swiss anchor escapement movement, marked “Ancre – 15 Rubis” on the inner dust cover.
The movement winds, runs, and sets correctly. Timekeeping and power reserve were not tested to chronometer standards.
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Dimensions
• Diameter (without crown): approx. 49–50 mm
• Diameter (with crown): approx. 63 mm
• Thickness: approx. 14 mm
• Weight: approx. 68 g
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Condition
Dial:
Original white/cream dial with even patina. Arabic numerals remain fully legible. Some ageing and small marks, especially around 4–5 o’clock. “Swiss Made” visible at 6.
Hands:
Original blued steel feuille hands. Light ageing consistent with the watch’s period.
Crystal:
Good condition with minor marks.
Case:
Nickel-plated metal case with wear and scratches consistent with age. No major dents. Hinges operate correctly.
Inner dust cover with decorative medal engravings and “ANCRE – 15 RUBIS” marking.
Movement:
Clean Swiss 15-jewel hand-wound movement.
Balance runs well; FS/AV (Fast/Slow – Avance/Retard) regulator present.
No known service history, so a routine service may be advisable for regular use.
Function:
The watch winds, runs, and sets properly.
Sold as a vintage item; precision not guaranteed.
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Shipping
The watch will be carefully packaged and shipped with tracking and insurance where possible.
Import duties or taxes (if applicable) are the responsibility of the buyer.
Enicar / Longeau – Swiss Pocket Watch – Ancre 15 Rubis – ca. 1940 – Mechanical Hand-Wound
Brand: Enicar (Longeau trade name)
Model: Longeau
Movement: Mechanical hand-wound
Jewels: 15 Rubies
Escapement: Anchor (Ancre)
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Period: ca. 1940
Condition: Good, working condition
Serial number: 1314034
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Description
Vintage Swiss pocket watch branded Longeau, produced under the Enicar company.
During the 1930s–1940s, Longeau was one of Enicar’s registered trade names, used on various civilian and military-type pocket watches, making this piece an interesting collectible example of early Enicar production.
The watch features a classic Swiss Made dial with Arabic numerals, blued feuille hands, and a small seconds register at 6 o’clock.
Inside is a traditional 15-jewel Swiss anchor escapement movement, marked “Ancre – 15 Rubis” on the inner dust cover.
The movement winds, runs, and sets correctly. Timekeeping and power reserve were not tested to chronometer standards.
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Dimensions
• Diameter (without crown): approx. 49–50 mm
• Diameter (with crown): approx. 63 mm
• Thickness: approx. 14 mm
• Weight: approx. 68 g
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Condition
Dial:
Original white/cream dial with even patina. Arabic numerals remain fully legible. Some ageing and small marks, especially around 4–5 o’clock. “Swiss Made” visible at 6.
Hands:
Original blued steel feuille hands. Light ageing consistent with the watch’s period.
Crystal:
Good condition with minor marks.
Case:
Nickel-plated metal case with wear and scratches consistent with age. No major dents. Hinges operate correctly.
Inner dust cover with decorative medal engravings and “ANCRE – 15 RUBIS” marking.
Movement:
Clean Swiss 15-jewel hand-wound movement.
Balance runs well; FS/AV (Fast/Slow – Avance/Retard) regulator present.
No known service history, so a routine service may be advisable for regular use.
Function:
The watch winds, runs, and sets properly.
Sold as a vintage item; precision not guaranteed.
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Shipping
The watch will be carefully packaged and shipped with tracking and insurance where possible.
Import duties or taxes (if applicable) are the responsibility of the buyer.
Details
Brand
Enicar
Model
longeau
Shipped Insured
Yes
Period
1900-1949
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Silverplated
Case diameter
50 mm
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
Weight
60 g
Width lug/ watch band
5 cm
In working order
Yes
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