Beautiful 1958 Longines dress watch, a classic example of Mid-Century Swiss elegance. This 454S865 watch features the highly regarded Caliber 23ZS manual-wind movement, renowned among collectors for its exceptional engineering and high-grade finishing.
Dial: Beautiful silvered/champagne dial with a light, age-appropriate patina, enhancing its vintage character.
Indices: Striking gold-tone faceted "dagger" arrow-style hour markers that catch the light beautifully.
Hands: Original gold-tone dauphine hands with a central sweep second hand.
Case: Approximately 33mm-35mm (excluding crown), a versatile size that remains a favorite for classic dress watch enthusiasts.
Movement Details
Caliber: In-house Longines 23ZS.
Specifications: 17 Jewels, manual wind, 18,000 vph.
History: Introduced in 1948, the 23ZS was a costly movement to produce and is often considered to have superior finishing compared to many of its contemporary rivals from the 1950s.
Condition Notes
Working Order: Currently running and holding time but movement service history is unknown, however, long-term accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
Cosmetic: Dial: Displays a beautiful cream patina consistent with its age with minor to no surface scratches.
Crystal: Little to no surface scratches and in excellent condition.
Item case, cover show minor surface wear, but they remain sharp and well-defined.
Strap: Paired with a premium black leather strap.
Beautiful 1958 Longines dress watch, a classic example of Mid-Century Swiss elegance. This 454S865 watch features the highly regarded Caliber 23ZS manual-wind movement, renowned among collectors for its exceptional engineering and high-grade finishing.
Dial: Beautiful silvered/champagne dial with a light, age-appropriate patina, enhancing its vintage character.
Indices: Striking gold-tone faceted "dagger" arrow-style hour markers that catch the light beautifully.
Hands: Original gold-tone dauphine hands with a central sweep second hand.
Case: Approximately 33mm-35mm (excluding crown), a versatile size that remains a favorite for classic dress watch enthusiasts.
Movement Details
Caliber: In-house Longines 23ZS.
Specifications: 17 Jewels, manual wind, 18,000 vph.
History: Introduced in 1948, the 23ZS was a costly movement to produce and is often considered to have superior finishing compared to many of its contemporary rivals from the 1950s.
Condition Notes
Working Order: Currently running and holding time but movement service history is unknown, however, long-term accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
Cosmetic: Dial: Displays a beautiful cream patina consistent with its age with minor to no surface scratches.
Crystal: Little to no surface scratches and in excellent condition.
Item case, cover show minor surface wear, but they remain sharp and well-defined.
Strap: Paired with a premium black leather strap.
