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Longines Ultra-Chron High-Frequency watch (1968) 7951-15270516
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Information & Conditions
Watch type
Stainless steel watch in a purist design, powered by a high-frequency movement, caliber 431. Longines guaranteed at its launch in 1967 an accuracy of a minute a month or two seconds per day. This model (ref. 7951) is part of the Ultra-Chron collection and was launched in 1968.
Serial No
15270516
Production date
1968
Sale date
In 1969 to the company Urania Handels A/B, Sweden.
Documents
Certificate of authenticity by Longines
Case
Dimension
Ø 35mm
Case type
Stainless steel round case, the back is engraved with AB STATSGRUVOR - 25AR
Material
Stainless steel
Dial & Hands
Description
Silvered dial with applied steel indexes, date window placed at 3 o'clock, applied Ultra-Chron symbol, silvered winged hourglass logo and black Longines signature
Dial color
Silver
Movement & Functions
Movement Type
Automatic
Caliber
431
Functions
Indication of hour, minute, second and date.
Movement
Longines mechanical self-winding movement, caliber 431. This 25.60mm caliber features 17 jewels and the balance/balance-spring combination beats at a frequency of 36’000 vibrations per hour.
Strap
Material
Leather strap
Size
19 mm
What makes this timepiece exceptional
With its cushion-shaped case and fluid lines, this chronograph has been designed for divers and timekeepers. Its oversized case allows you to easily read the graduated bezel as well as the large tenths of a second and minute counter. Covered with solid mineral glass, the case can withstand a pressure of 20 bars, allowing the diver to descend to a depth of 200 meters. This chronograph bracelet patented by Longines is also equipped with a second hand with a graduated "Vernier" scale at its tip, for quick and precise reading to the nearest tenth of a second. The chronograph movement manufactured by Longines also includes a flyback mechanism.
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