1940s Longines cal.12.68z "Stop second" rare 37mm over size with Minutes-recorder

Manufacturer	Longines
Model	Stop Second Minutes Recorder
Year of Manufacture	1940s
Reference no.	5034
Product no.	B-10557
Price

Manufacturer

Longines

Model

Stop Second Minutes Recorder

Year of Manufacture

1940s

Reference no.

5034

Product no.

B-10557

Price

It is a rare timepiece manufactured in the late 1940s, featuring the renowned Caliber 12.68z by Longines. This model is equipped with a stop-seconds function and is a highly sought-after 37mm oversized minute recorder. While non-waterproof cases usually come in smaller sizes, ranging from 31mm to 32mm, it is quite unusual to find a stop-seconds watch with a 37mm oversized case, making this piece a rare find. The bezel is designed to be thin compared to waterproof cases, allowing for a larger dial and specialized construction for a chronograph with tachymeter and telemeter functions. The unique four-hand design of the two-tone dial, characteristic of the minute recorder model, showcases originality, and the 37mm oversized size adds a significant presence to this valuable timepiece. It is also noteworthy that the case material is a combination of gold plating and a steel back, which is uncommon. The accompanying archive indicates that it was originally shipped with a gold-plated case.

Item details

Serial no.	***
Caliber	12.68z
Movement no.	7,367,***
Movement type	Manual winding
Material	Yellow Gold Field & Stainless Steel Back
Case size	37.5mm
Case type	Snap back non water proof

Dial	Original
Type of Indices	Printed
Belt	Non Original (fix,lug width: 20mm)
Evaluation case	92％
Evaluation dial	94％
Evaluation mov	94％
Condition	4.5
Rarity	5

Other details

Case: There are some minor scratches and age-related changes, but it retains its original shape and volume.

Dial: There is a small scratch near the center of the dial, but the rest of the dial is clean and retains its print, two-tone color, and luster.

Movement: There are no problems with winding or chrono functions. Accuracy is around 30 seconds per day.