Longines - Ultra-Thin 'Roman Numeral Dial' - No reserve price - 4327 1 - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This elegant Longines dress watch offers a highly refined ultra-thin profile paired with a crisp white Roman numeral dial. Characterized by its clean layout and the applied gold-tone winged hourglass logo, this 1970s timepiece presents a highly legible and classic aesthetic, supported by the reliable manual-wind caliber L847.4 movement within. Brand: Longines Reference Number: 4327 1 Serial Number: 52897120 Movement: Manual wind, caliber L847.4, 17 jewels Dial: White with printed black Roman numerals and applied gold-tone logo Case Size: 33 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +40+45s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The crisp white dial serves as a highly legible canvas for this classic dress watch, featuring clearly printed black Roman numerals that provide excellent contrast. An applied gold-tone winged hourglass logo sits proudly below the twelve o'clock position, adding a subtle touch of depth to the clean layout. The dial surface remains in excellent condition, with no significant spotting or discoloration visible. A pair of black stick hands completes the refined aesthetic. Under macro inspection, these original hands show minor age-related surface texture and slight oxidation, complementing the genuine vintage character of the watch. Case and Crystal The gold-tone case is designed with a notably thin profile and straight lugs, integrating the bezel smoothly into the overall geometry. It is fitted with a stainless steel caseback. The case presents honest wear consistent with its age, displaying moderate scratches and handling marks throughout the surfaces. Some plating wear is visible along the edges of the caseback and the lugs. The ribbed, unsigned crown shows visible wear to its plating. A flat crystal protects the dial and remains clear, showing no significant scratches or chips. Movement Inside the slim case beats the Longines caliber L847.4, a 17-jewel manual-wind movement. The plates and bridges are clean, showing only minor superficial scratches, with no significant corrosion or damage visible. The movement features crisp engravings, including the Longines Watch Co Swiss signature and the matching serial number 52897120. Timegrapher testing records +40+45s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring a textured finish, complementing the formal dress watch styling. The strap is secured by an unsigned gold-tone buckle and shows light wear, presenting as an appropriate and comfortable option in good condition. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch displays honest wear throughout its gold-tone case, with moderate scratches and visible plating loss along the lug edges and caseback perimeter. The unsigned crown also exhibits plating wear. The dial remains in excellent, clean condition, while the black stick hands show minor surface oxidation visible under close inspection. The crystal is clear and free of significant marks. The manual-wind movement is clean, displaying only minor superficial scratches, and is currently running in operational condition. Dimensions The case measures 33 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Longines represents a traditional approach to formal watchmaking, combining a slender profile with a highly legible Roman numeral dial. The presence of the reliable L847.4 manual-wind caliber and the applied winged hourglass logo make this a charming and capable vintage dress watch. History During the 1970s, Longines continued to produce refined dress watches that prioritized slim profiles and elegant dial layouts. The caliber L847 series was introduced as a dependable, ultra-thin manual-wind movement, perfectly suited for the formal timepieces of the era. By focusing on clean geometry and traditional Roman numerals, Longines created versatile watches that maintained the brand's long-standing reputation for quality and understated design. / Second Vintage SKU: LON-XXX-0012