Longines Admiral 2307 1 (1974)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A vibrant blue-dialed 5-Star Admiral, this 1970s Longines immediately captures attention with its striking vertically brushed dial. The distinctive tonneau-shaped stainless steel case frames the rich blue finish perfectly, offering a handsome and highly attractive presence on the wrist. Brand: Longines Model: Admiral Reference Number: 2307 1 Serial Number: 51763947 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 506 Dial: Blue vertically brushed with applied indices and 5-star logo Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1974 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +1+5s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial presents a striking blue vertically brushed finish that reacts beautifully to the light. It features crisp white printing, an applied Longines logo, and the signature five stars, complemented by applied faceted indices with black inserts. The matching silver-tone baton hands retain their black inserts and luminous tips alongside a clean white sweep second hand, showing minimal oxidation. Remaining vibrant and highly attractive, the preserved dial exhibits only minor edge wear visible under the crystal at the extreme periphery. Case and Crystal The stainless steel tonneau case offers honest vintage wear with preserved factory finishes, featuring a brushed upper surface that transitions to polished flanks. The edges remain relatively well defined, with light scratches and handling marks consistent with its age. The watch is fitted with a signed Longines crown displaying the winged hourglass logo. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, showing clear visibility alongside some light surface scratches and minor crazing visible at the edges under harsh light. Movement Inside the case beats the Longines caliber 506 automatic movement, featuring 21 jewels. The cleanly finished plates and bridges show no obvious signs of heavy corrosion, while the rotor displays only light surface marks and remains generally well preserved. The timegrapher records a rate of +1+5s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a period correct stainless steel brick-link style bracelet. It provides an attractive vintage style that suits the tonneau case shape perfectly, showing moderate wear and some stretch consistent with age. The bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist size of 20 cm. Condition Good vintage condition. The stainless steel case retains well-defined edges alongside light scratches and handling marks expected of a 1970s watch. The vibrant blue dial is excellently preserved, with only minor edge wear at the extreme periphery and slight crazing on the outer edges of the acrylic crystal. The period correct brick-link bracelet shows moderate stretch but remains highly wearable. Supported by the timegrapher reading of +1+5s/day, the automatic movement is running with impressive precision. Dimensions The case measures 37 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Longines Admiral stands out through its highly attractive blue vertically brushed dial and classic 1970s tonneau geometry. It represents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a distinctive and handsome mechanical watch with genuine character. History The Admiral collection represents an important chapter in Longines' twentieth-century history, introduced to offer robust, reliable, and elegant automatic watches for everyday wear. During the 1970s, Longines embraced bold case shapes and vibrant dials, moving away from the strict conservatism of earlier decades. The tonneau case and vertically brushed blue dial of this particular model perfectly reflect the design language of the era. Powered by the caliber 506 family of movements, the watch highlights Longines' continued commitment to producing capable and accurate mechanical calibers during a period of rapid change in the Swiss watch industry. / Second Vintage SKU: LON-AXX-0009