Longines Military Trench Watch – Silver Case – Vintage Mechanical Watch A beautiful and highly charming vintage Longines Military Trench Watch, featuring a rare early wristwatch design with a compact 28 mm silver case, original golden dial and beautiful age patina. This piece has the unmistakable character of the early wristwatch era, when pocket-watch elegance was transformed into practical wrist-worn timekeeping. The watch stands out through its cushion-style case, fixed strap bars, large stylized Arabic numerals, blue hands and small seconds at 6 o’clock. The aged golden dial gives the watch a very authentic vintage presence, full of history and personality. Technical Details Brand: Longines Model: Military Trench Watch Case Material: Silver case Case Size: 28 mm Case Shape: Early cushion / trench-style case Glass: Acrylic glass Dial: Original golden dial with beautiful age patina Hands: Blue hands Movement: Swiss mechanical Longines movement Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds Water Resistance: Untested Strap: Generic textile strap Wrist Size: Fits a wrist up to approximately 20 cm Box: Generic box included Condition Grade: B – signs according to age Condition Report The watch is in Grade B vintage condition, with visible signs of use and age, consistent with its historical character. The silver case shows scratches, small marks and natural oxidation/patina, adding to the authentic vintage appearance. The original golden dial presents a very attractive aged patina, with visible marks and natural discoloration developed over time. The Arabic numerals and blue hands create a beautiful period-correct look. The acrylic glass shows signs of use and can be polished or replaced by any watchmaker if desired. The watch is fitted with a generic textile strap suitable for a wrist up to approximately 20 cm. Water resistance has not been tested and is not guaranteed. Please review all photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description. Story & Heritage Longines is one of Switzerland’s most respected historic watchmakers, with a legacy that reaches deep into the golden age of precision timekeeping. In the early 20th century, wristwatches began to replace pocket watches for practical use, especially among officers, explorers and professionals who needed quick access to time. This Longines trench-style watch reflects that important transition. Its cushion case, fixed strap bars and legible Arabic numerals are typical of an era when watches were designed for clarity, reliability and daily service. These early wristwatches carry a very special charm because they represent the beginning of modern wristwatch history. With its silver case, original aged dial and mechanical Longines movement, this piece is not only a watch, but a small witness of time — elegant, historical and full of character. Internal Reference Number - SOA 18