Vintage Longines 8319 Wristwatch cal. 284 Manually wound 1969

SPECIFICATION

Reference: Longines 8319-1
Movement: Manually wound 284
Age: circa 1969
Case Size: 35mm
Case Thickness: 9mm
Lug to Lug: 39mm
Lugs: 18mm
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 marks in between lugs
• Sunburst dial
  
• Fully serviced manually wound movement
  
• Signed Longines crown
  
• Paired with an unworn black leather strap
  

The Longines reference 8319 is a refined vintage manually wound dress watch most often seen in the late 1960s. It sits quietly within the Longines catalogue of the period, favouring clean lines and balanced proportions over overt branding or sportier cues. With a case diameter of 35mm, it wears exactly as a classic vintage Longines should, elegant, discreet, timeless and is executed perfectly with its sunburst dial and simple time only design.

The Longines calibre 284 is a vintage, manual-winding movement used primarily in late 1960s to early 1970s Longines dress watches. It runs at approximately 19,800 vibrations per hour, features 17 jewels, and offers a simple time-only layout with central seconds. Known for its reliability and clean construction, the 284 is considered a solid in-house Longines movement typical of the brand’s era before the Swatch Group’s ETA-based calibres became common.

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 8319 is a wonderful example of classic 1960s watchmaking, combining understated style with dependable mechanical craftsmanship. Its well-balanced 35mm case sits comfortably on the wrist, offering vintage charm without feeling dated. The slim design adds to its versatility, making it equally at home with formal or everyday wear. Freshly serviced and running beautifully, this is a quality vintage timepiece that's ready to be enjoyed for years to come.