Longines – Calatrava Style – Automatic – 1960s Vintage Swiss Elegance with Original Box Offered for auction is a refined and highly elegant 1960s Longines Automatic, a classic Calatrava-style dress watch that perfectly reflects the understated sophistication of mid-century Swiss watchmaking. Longines, founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, has long been associated with precision, elegance, and innovation. During the 1960s, the brand produced some of its most balanced and timeless dress watches — slim, clean, and mechanically refined. This piece is a beautiful example of that era. Technical Details: Brand: Longines Model: Calatrava style Automatic Era: 1960s Country: Switzerland Case Material: Gold plated case Case Diameter: 35 mm (excluding crown) Crystal: Acrylic glass Movement: Swiss automatic Longines movement Functions: Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds, Date Dial: Silver dial Strap: Generic brown leather strap Buckle: Original Longines gold-tone buckle Wrist Size: Fits up to approximately 21 cm wrist Condition: Grade B+ – light signs of use consistent with age Box: Original Longines box included (shows signs of age) Water Resistance: Untested The 35 mm gold-plated case offers ideal vintage proportions — elegant, slim, and perfectly balanced. The lugs are straight and cleanly faceted, giving the watch a sharp, architectural profile typical of 1960s design. The case shows light, honest wear consistent with age, preserving its authentic vintage character. The silver dial is beautifully minimal and timeless. Applied gold-tone baton hour markers circle the dial, with a double baton at 12 o’clock for visual balance. The gold-tone hands complement the markers harmoniously, while the central seconds hand adds refinement and movement. The framed date window at 3 o’clock integrates seamlessly into the dial layout, maintaining symmetry and practicality. The dial is signed “Longines” with the winged hourglass logo and “automatic” above 6 o’clock, confirming its self-winding movement. The acrylic crystal enhances the warm vintage aesthetic typical of 1960s dress watches. The caseback is engraved with Longines branding and specifications including “Waterproof,” “Antimagnetic,” and “Shock-Absorber,” reflecting the technical standards of the era. As with all vintage watches, water resistance is untested and cannot be guaranteed. The watch is powered by a Swiss automatic Longines movement, known for reliability and smooth winding performance — a testament to the brand’s mechanical excellence. It is fitted with a high-quality generic brown leather strap and retains its original Longines gold-tone buckle, an important detail that enhances collectability. Presentation: The watch comes with its original Longines box, lined in red velvet, which shows natural signs of age — further reinforcing its authenticity and vintage appeal. Condition: Graded B+, the watch shows light surface wear consistent with age. The dial remains attractive with natural aging that adds character without compromising elegance. Story & Heritage: The Calatrava-style dress watch became the benchmark of refined minimalism in the mid-20th century. Longines embraced this philosophy, producing elegant automatic watches that combined slim design, precise mechanics, and timeless aesthetics. This 1960s Longines Automatic represents that golden era — discreet yet prestigious, simple yet technically accomplished. A sophisticated and collectible vintage Longines, complete with original box and buckle — a true piece of Swiss horological heritage. The watch will be carefully packed and shipped insured. Express Delivery Via UPS Express Internal Reference Number - FOR 26