Longines - Vintage Dress Watch Cal. 12.68ZS - No reserve price - 8135-1 / 7136-1 - Men - 1955

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This classic 1950s Longines dress watch offers a compelling look at mid-century horology, powered by the highly respected caliber 12.68ZS manual-wind movement. Housed in a traditional stainless steel case, the timepiece features a heavily aged dial with applied gold-tone indices that provide a striking contrast against the spotted surface. Brand: Longines Reference Number: 8135-1 / 7136-1 Serial Number: 9802668 Movement: Manual-wind caliber 12.68ZS, 17 jewels Dial: Heavily aged and spotted with gold-tone indices Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1955 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -8-10s/day with strong amplitude, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial exhibits heavy spotting and staining across its entire surface, presenting a heavily aged character. Applied gold-tone Arabic numerals are positioned at 12 and 6 o'clock, complemented by applied gold-tone dart indices at the remaining hours. The printed minute track remains clearly visible along the periphery. The time is indicated by gold-tone dauphine hands, which show visible oxidation and surface spotting that accurately match the aged aesthetic of the dial. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features polished lug tops and displays honest vintage wear, with moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with its age. A smooth polished bezel frames the dial, showing scratches and minor wear. The watch is fitted with an unsigned domed crown. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, bearing light surface scratches that become visible under direct light. Movement Inside the case beats the Longines manual-wind caliber 12.68ZS, a 17-jewel movement. The plates and bridges remain clean, displaying crisp engravings including the Longines signature, jewel count, and the serial number 9802668. There are no obvious signs of heavy corrosion or damage. The timegrapher records a rate of -8-10s/day with strong amplitude. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is paired with a casual black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. The strap shows light wear. Condition Good vintage condition. The stainless steel case and polished bezel display moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with its 1955 production. The dial is heavily spotted and stained across the entire surface, with the gold-tone dauphine hands showing matching oxidation. The domed acrylic crystal bears light surface scratches. The movement is notably clean for its age, and supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. Dimensions The case measures 35mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This 1955 Longines presents an honest, heavily patinated mid-century aesthetic. Driven by the robust caliber 12.68ZS, it offers a distinctly aged dial framed by a classic stainless steel case profile. History Throughout the mid-twentieth century, Longines built a sterling reputation for manufacturing highly reliable, elegantly designed timepieces. The 1950s represented a golden era for the brand's mechanical production, yielding classic dress watches that remain highly regarded today. Central to this period of output was the caliber 12.68ZS, a robust manual-wind movement introduced as an evolution of the renowned 12.68 family. Timepieces from this era featuring this caliber are appreciated for their straightforward engineering, enduring reliability, and traditional mid-century proportions. / Second Vintage SKU: LON-LXX-0037