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Longines Ref. 5824 7
Manufacturer: Longines Year: 1959 Reference No: 5824 7 Movement No: 10’594’229 Case No: 129 Model Name: “Chronostop Japanese Navy” Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Manual, cal. 12.68Z, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Dimensions: 47mm diameter Signed: Case, dial and movement signed. Caseback further signed “海上自衛隊 No. 海34-0029” Accessories: Accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming the present watch was invoiced on 30 November 1959 to the company Hattori, which was their agent for Japan at the time. Catalogue Essay Military issued watches, such as the present lot, are quite rare and highly sought after. As one of Switzerland’s largest manufacturers, Longines was an important supplier of wristwatches to militaries of multiple nations, including Japanese military branches. This watch, with its large 47mm case, houses the caliber 12.68Z mechanical movement and was issued to a Japanese Navy pilot, as evidenced by the engraved caseback. The design was perfect to enable effortless timing to perform their missions. The large diameter provided excellent readability, also in darkness thanks to the luminous hands and numerals, whereas the oversized crown and well-positioned chronograph button made it ever easy for the pilot to use the watch, even with gloves on while in the air. As documented in the Longines Extract from the Archives, the present chronograph wristwatch was delivered in 1959 to Hattori - better known as Seiko – the famous Japanese manufacture still owned by the Hattori family. The caseback inscription “海上自衛隊 No. 海34-0029” means Maritime Self-Defense Force. This example has been well preserved and remains in excellent condition. The case retains good proportions and the dial shows no signs of restoration. This single-button chronograph offers collectibility and rarity to any watch collection, and is of enduring value for the savvy collector. Read More