Longines Caliber L.263.2 L4.636.2 (1990-1999)

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage A traditional Longines dress watch, this handsome timepiece pairs a slim gold-tone profile with a striking vertically brushed champagne dial. Powered by the reliable quartz caliber L.263.2, it delivers refined styling and classic proportions. Brand: Longines Reference Number: L4.636.2 Serial Number: 28994455 Movement: Quartz Caliber L.263.2 Dial: Champagne with vertical brushed finish Case Size: 33mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone Production Year: 1990s Condition: Good vintage condition. Dial and Hands The pristine champagne dial is defined by a vertical brushed finish that catches the light beautifully. Applied gold-tone baton indices feature black inserts, providing excellent legibility alongside the dark stick hands, which are well preserved and show no visible oxidation. A framed date window is conveniently positioned at three o'clock, completing the clean and balanced layout. Case and Crystal The gold-tone case features straight lugs and an integrated bezel, presenting honest wear consistent with age. Light surface scratches and minor plating wear are visible on the bezel edges and lugs, reflecting its vintage character. The watch is fitted with a stainless steel snap-on caseback and a small gold-tone crown. The flat crystal remains clear, showing no visible scratches or chips. Movement Inside beats the Longines quartz caliber L.263.2, a 7-jewel movement based on the ETA 955.412 architecture. The movement is in clean visual condition with a battery installed and no obvious corrosion. Engravings on the caliber display the Longines signature, the L.263.2 designation, and its seven jewels. Strap The watch is paired with a black leather strap featuring contrast stitching, showing light wear and remaining in good condition. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally well preserved, remaining clean with no visible flaws. The gold-tone case displays light surface scratches and minor plating wear on the bezel edges and lugs, presenting an honest, age-appropriate appearance. The quartz movement is visually clean. Dimensions The case measures 33mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Longines offers a highly attractive vertically brushed dial within a versatile and slim dress watch profile. Its reliable 7-jewel quartz movement and traditional proportions make it a superb choice for daily wear or formal occasions. History Introduced in 1992, the Longines reference L4.636.2 represents the brand's dedication to refined watchmaking during the 1990s. Utilizing the reliable ETA 955.412 as its base, this model was designed to offer precise timekeeping alongside a slim profile. Featuring a sweep center seconds hand and a practical date aperture, it remains a handsome example of design language from the era. / Second Vintage SKU: LON-XXX-0019