Longines Admiral 8202 A 2 (1960-1969)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic 1960s Longines Admiral featuring a beautiful vertically brushed dial. Brand: Longines Model: Admiral Reference Number: 8202 A 2 Serial Number: 14406689 Movement: Automatic, Longines caliber 503 Dial: Silver with vertical brushed finish and applied indices Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated, stainless steel caseback Production Year: circa 1967 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +12+17s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The well-preserved silver dial displays a distinct vertical brushed finish that catches the light beautifully across its surface. Applied indices with black inserts complement the baton hands, which also feature matching black inserts for enhanced legibility. The dial is further detailed with an applied Longines logo and the signature five stars. The dial surface remains exceptionally clean with no significant spotting or damage visible. The metal surfaces of the hands show visible oxidation and patina, adding genuine aged character to the display. Case and Crystal The gold-plated case with a stainless steel caseback shows honest wear, presenting light to moderate scratches and handling marks on the flanks and lugs. The case edges remain relatively defined throughout the geometry. An integrated smooth bezel frames the dial, displaying light surface scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The watch is fitted with a signed crown featuring the Longines name and winged hourglass logo, remaining in good condition with defined knurling. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial and is clear with no major scratches or crazing visible. Movement Inside the case beats the Longines caliber 503, an in-house 17-jewel automatic movement. The clean automatic movement presents in excellent visual condition, with the rotor and bridges showing only minor surface marks and no significant corrosion. Crisp engravings on the movement include the Longines name, jewel count, and the serial number. The timegrapher recorded a rate of +12+17s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is paired with a black leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The strap shows light wear and perfectly complements the warm tones of the gold-plated case. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch presents with honest wear across the gold-plated case, including light to moderate scratches and handling marks on the flanks, lugs, and smooth bezel, while the edges remain relatively defined. The dial is excellently preserved and clean, though the hands display visible oxidation and patina. The acrylic crystal remains clear, and the signed crown shows defined knurling. The movement is visually clean and is performing remarkably well on the timegrapher. Dimensions The case measures 35 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Longines Admiral offers a beautiful vertically brushed silver dial paired with the signature applied five-star logo. Powered by the reliable in-house caliber 503 and featuring a signed crown, it represents a highly attractive 1960s dress watch with wonderful vintage character. History The Longines Admiral line was introduced as a symbol of top-tier quality and reliability, a status proudly signified by the five stars applied to the dial. The reference 8202 A 2 features a well-proportioned 35 mm case and is powered by the Longines caliber 503, an in-house 17-jewel automatic movement. These models remain highly respected by collectors for their elegant design and dependable mechanical construction, representing a classic era of traditional Longines watchmaking. / Second Vintage SKU: LON-AAX-0010