Introduction Offered here is an elegant vintage Longines men’s hand-wound dress watch, reference 847.1057.2, powered by the Longines Calibre L847.4. The watch features a softly curved rectangular case with 20-micron gold plating, a warm gold-tone dial and a slim profile of approximately 7.9 mm. Its restrained dimensions and classic design make it a refined example of Longines dress-watch styling from the 1970s. A new and unused black leather strap has been fitted, allowing the next owner to wear the watch comfortably from the outset. Historical & Collector Value Longines is one of Switzerland’s most established watch manufacturers, respected for its long tradition of precision watchmaking and elegant design. This watch is believed to date from the mid to late 1970s, approximately 1975–1977. Rectangular and tonneau-shaped Longines watches from this period are appreciated by collectors for their slim proportions, distinctive case forms and manually wound mechanical movements. The Longines Calibre L847.4 and the naturally aged appearance of the dial give this example authentic vintage character. It is an attractive choice for collectors seeking a classic Swiss dress watch with period-correct styling. Specifications Brand: Longines Model: Vintage Men’s Rectangular Dress Watch Reference Number: 847.1057.2 Estimated Period: Mid to late 1970s, approximately 1975–1977 Movement: Manual winding Calibre: Longines L847.4 Serial Number: 17,541,922 Case Material: 20-micron gold-plated case Case Back: Stainless steel Case Width: Approximately 25.9 mm, excluding the crown Case Thickness: Approximately 7.9 mm Lug Width: Approximately 18 mm Strap Width: Approximately 16 mm Strap Material: New black leather strap Wrist Size: Approximately 18 cm Weight: Approximately 25.6 g Functions: Hours, minutes and central seconds Accessories: Watch only; no box or papers Management Number: 26F064 Condition This is a pre-owned vintage watch with visible signs of age and previous use. The 20-micron gold-plated case shows scratches, small marks and areas of plating wear, particularly around the edges and other exposed areas. The stainless-steel case back also shows scratches and handling marks consistent with age. The dial displays age-related spotting, marks and patina, particularly around the lower section. These changes contribute to the watch’s authentic vintage appearance. The raised crystal has surface scratches and signs of wear. The watch is fitted with a new and unused black leather strap and a gold-tone buckle. Minor marks may be present from fitting the strap to the watch. All photographs form an important part of the condition description. Please examine them carefully before bidding. All functions have been checked and are currently operating. The crown has been checked for both winding and time-setting operation. Water resistance has not been tested. As with any vintage watch, contact with water should be avoided. Service History The watch has been fully function-checked. The manual-winding movement is currently operating, and the winding, time-setting and hand functions have been confirmed. Please note that the accuracy of a vintage mechanical watch may vary depending on its position, temperature and conditions of use. No statement is made regarding previous servicing history. Shipping & Customs The watch will be carefully packed and shipped internationally with tracking. Any customs duties, import taxes, VAT or handling charges imposed by the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please check the import regulations of your country before bidding. IMPORTANT – Customs & Import Taxes If customs duties / VAT are not paid by the buyer, the parcel cannot be delivered and will be returned. In such cases, the sale will not be refunded. Please make sure to pay all customs charges promptly.