Vintage
Super water-resistant Longines Ultra-Chron Diver (1968) 8221-15491332
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Collector's Corner
The long and rich history of Longines is written into each of the brand’s design. Each piece produced over the years is part of the Swiss watchmaker identity, a historical legacy that Longines has always strived to preserve and highlight.
That is why the brand now offers a range of exceptional vintage watches that have been carefully serviced and revised by its specialised heritage workshop. These unique models are exclusively on sale in the Longines Geneva Boutique (Switzerland) and available in click & reserve.
Information & Conditions
Watch type
Longines Ultra-Chron Diver super water-resistant wristwatch with high frequency movement and rotating inner bezel.Serial No
15491332Condition
Case2/4
Dial3/4
Movement3/4
Very good overall condition, original dial Longines cannot guarantee that its vintage models will be permanently water-resistant. Maintained and checked by the Longines Heritage WorkshopProduction date
1968Sale date
March 16, 1970, at Hattori, who was our agent in Japan at the time.Documents
Certificate of authenticity by Longines
Case
Dimension
43.00 x 41.00 mmCase type
Cushion-shaped case in stainless steel. Mineral glass.Material
Stainless steel
Dial & Hands
Description
Matte black brass dial with luminous square hour markers, white minute track. Applied winged hourglass logo and white Longines signature. Inner bezel with orange rim, graduated each 5 minutes over one hour.Hands description
Luminous steel plunger handsDial color
Black matt
Movement & Functions
Movement Type
AutomaticCaliber
431Functions
Hour, minute and second display, date window positioned at 3 o'clock, rotating inner bezelMovement
Longines mechanical self-winding movement, caliber 431. This 25.60 mm caliber includes 25 jewels. The balance spring oscillates at 36,000 vibrations per hour.
Strap
Material
Leather strapSize
22 mm
What makes this timepiece exceptional
With its cushion-shaped case and dial embellished with orange details, this watch combines a resolutely sporty design with flawless functionality. Covered with solid mineral glass, the case can withstand a pressure of 30 bars, allowing the diver to descend to a depth of 300 meters. The dial is also equipped with a graduated rotating inner bezel to measure the diver's time underwater. Like the entire Ultra-Chron collection, this watch is equipped with a high-frequency movement, in this case, the caliber 431.
About restoration
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