Longines Wristwatch 1047-1 Vintage 1970s

SPECIFICATION

Reference : Longines 1407-1
Movement :  Manual cal 69 series
Age : circa 1972
Case Size : 35mm
Case Thickness : 9mm
Lug to Lug : 41mm
Lugs : 18mm
Condition : Used Longines watch
Box & Papers : No
Case Material : Stainless steel
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty

POINTS TO MENTION

• In great preowned condition, with light signs of wear
• Case and bezel have some light scratches and marks
• Light grey vertically brushed dial
• Fully serviced manual movement
  
• Signed Longines crown
  
• Paired with an unworn black leather strap
  

The Longines 1047‑1 is a vintage manual-wind dress watch from the 1970s, featuring a sleek 35 mm stainless steel case, a minimalistic vertically brushed dial with black sword-style hands and black painted indices. It houses the Longines calibre 6902, a 17-jewel high-frequency manual movement known for its precision. The case back is snap back, often engraved internally with the Longines logo and reference number. This model typically comes with an 18 mm lug width and pairs well with leather straps

The Longines calibre 6902 is a high-frequency, two hand manual-wind movement introduced in the early 1970s, renowned for its precision and reliability. It features 17 jewels and beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour, providing smooth motion and improved accuracy compared to many contemporaries. The movement offered a power reserve of around 40.

A BIT OF TRIVA

Longines was founded in Saint-Imier in 1832 by Auguste Agassiz, a Swiss watchmaker and brother of biologist Louis. Auguste had two partners, lawyers Henri Raiguel and Florian Morel, the company's original name was Raiguel Jeune &amp: Cie. Several years later, Agassiz brought in his bright, enterprising nephew, trained economist Ernest Francillon into the business. Francillon was the mastermind behind several impressive innovations that would distinguish the company from its competitors. Under Francillon, the company began to move towards more modern production methods. Francillon solidified his firm's progression to mass production in 1867 by establishing his first factory, & Its location, an area in southern St. Imier known locally as Les Longines (long meadows), which gave rise to the Longines name. It is also where they still produce their watches from today.

Longines is the oldest watch brand trademark in the international registry, spanning more than 130 years, the Winged hourglass Longines logo has changed throughout the years with 15 different logo, even moving away from the winging hourglass from a period in the early 1900s, but it came back in 1942 and is still there today

OUR THOUGHTS

The Longines Conquest 1047-1 captures the refined spirit of 1970s design, offering a perfect balance of elegance and mechanical character. Its 35mm case is beautifully proportioned, giving it a timeless presence on the wrist, while the slim profile ensures it wears with effortless sophistication. Recently serviced and running beautifully, it’s a vintage piece ready to accompany you for many years ahead.