Longines - Admiral 'Serviced' - No reserve price - 8336 7 - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic 1970s Longines Admiral featuring a striking silver dial with a vertical brushed finish and the applied 5-star Admiral logo, powered by a reliable in-house caliber. Brand: Longines Model: Admiral Reference Number: 8336 7 Serial Number: 51655751 Movement: Caliber 506 automatic, 21 jewels Dial: Silver with vertical brushed finish and applied indices Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Movement serviced on 6 August 2026. Timegrapher: -5s-8s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The well-preserved and highly attractive silver dial features a strong vertical brushed finish. It is detailed with applied faceted indices featuring black inserts, complemented by an applied Longines winged hourglass logo and five stars. A date window is positioned at three o'clock. The dial remains in clean overall condition with minimal signs of aging or spotting. The baton hands feature black inserts matching the indices. These aged but original hands display visible oxidation and surface dirt on their metal finish. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case displays honest vintage wear, presenting polished flanks and brushed lugs. It features a distinctive decagonal caseback exterior and a smooth polished bezel integrated with the case. The case exhibits moderate surface scratches and normal signs of wear consistent with age, though the edges remain relatively well-defined. The watch is fitted with its original crown, signed with the Longines name and winged hourglass logo, retaining well-defined knurling. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, with no major scratches, crazing, or cracks visible. Movement Inside is the Longines Caliber 506 automatic movement, engraved with 21 jewels. The plates and bridges feature brushed finishing and remain clean, with no visible corrosion, heavy staining, or significant tool marks. The rotor and components appear well-preserved. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher records a rate of -5s-8s/day. The movement was serviced on 6 August 2026. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching, secured by a generic steel buckle. Condition Good vintage condition. The movement was serviced on 6 August 2026 and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. The dial is excellently preserved with minimal aging, while the hands show visible oxidation and surface dirt. The stainless steel case displays moderate surface scratches and normal wear consistent with age, maintaining relatively well-defined edges. The crystal is clear and free of major flaws. Dimensions The case measures 35mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Longines Admiral offers an exceptionally clean, vertically brushed silver dial paired with the signature five-star logo. The distinctive decagonal caseback and reliable Caliber 506 automatic movement make this a compelling and highly wearable 1970s timepiece. History The Longines Admiral line emerged as a symbol of reliability and precision in the mid-twentieth century, often characterized by its distinctive five-star dial marking which denoted high quality. During the 1970s, Longines continued to produce robust mechanical watches with strong design cues typical of the era, such as brushed dials and integrated or geometric case elements. The Caliber 506 is part of the brand's respected in-house automatic movements from this period, offering dependable performance before the widespread adoption of quartz technology. / Second Vintage SKU: LON-AXX-0011