Longines - Calatrava - 沒有保留價 - 男士 - 1950-1959

Longines Calatrava Small Seconds – Vintage Mechanical Cal. 490

Elegant Swiss vintage dress watch with gold-plated case and original Longines movement

A beautiful vintage Longines Calatrava-style wristwatch, carrying the timeless elegance of classic mid-century Swiss watchmaking. This refined piece features a 35 mm gold-plated case, silver dial with small seconds at 6 o’clock, applied gold-tone indexes with black accents, and a Swiss mechanical Longines movement visible in the pictures. A charming dress watch with authentic vintage character and a warm aged presence.

Technical Details

Brand: Longines
Model: Calatrava / Vintage Small Seconds
Case: Gold-plated case
Case size: Approx. 35 mm
Glass: Acrylic crystal
Dial: Silver dial with applied indexes and small seconds at 6 o’clock
Movement: Swiss mechanical Longines movement, marked Longines Cal. 490, 17 jewels
Functions: Hours, minutes and small seconds
Water resistance: Not tested
Crown: Signed Longines crown
Caseback: Stainless steel back, numbered 15873412
Inner caseback: Marked Longines, Plaqué Or G 20 Microns, Fond Acier Inoxydable, reference 8193-1
Strap: Generic brown leather strap
Wrist size: Fits up to approx. 20 cm wrist
Accessories: Generic box
Condition grade: B

Condition Report
The watch is in good vintage condition, with visible signs of use according to its age. The gold-plated case shows normal wear, light scratches and areas of patina, especially around the case edges and lugs. The silver dial has aged naturally, showing small marks, spots and vintage patina, which add to its authentic character. The acrylic crystal presents signs of use, as expected for a vintage watch. The signed Longines crown is present. The generic leather strap is in wearable condition and fits a wrist of approximately 20 cm. Water resistance has not been tested, therefore no guarantee is offered in this regard.

Story & Heritage
Longines is one of the most historic names in Swiss watchmaking, founded in Saint-Imier in 1832 and admired for its elegant designs, precision movements and refined mechanical craftsmanship. Vintage Longines dress watches from this period are especially appreciated by collectors for their balanced proportions, discreet beauty and reliable manufacture calibres. This Calatrava-style model embodies the classic language of Swiss dress watches: a slim round case, clean silver dial, applied indexes and a small seconds display at 6 o’clock. Powered by a Longines Cal. 490 mechanical movement, it is a graceful example of traditional Swiss watchmaking, ideal for collectors who appreciate authentic vintage elegance.

Internal Reference Number - ITA 150