{"product_id":"longines-ref-8397-1","title":"LONGINES REF. 8397-1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1969 Longines Ref. 8397-1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Cosmetic Condition: B+ (Lightly worn and well presented, with only fine hairlines to the case and minor scratches to the crystal. Structurally sound with a clean, unrestored dial.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- The watch is in excellent working condition, with all functions operating flawlessly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- This watch features all authentic, model-correct Longines components, including a signed crown. The strap is a non-brand blue snake-textured leather strap with a steel-tone pin buckle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating State:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- The movement has been serviced (disassembly, cleaning, lubrication and regulation).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Keeping time precisely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Date functions operate correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Caliber: Manual Wind Longines Cal. 285\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Case Diameter: 30x30mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lug Width: 17mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Thickness: 8.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lug-to-Lug Distance: 39mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Case: Solid polished and brushed steel with light hairlines on the sides and case back, consistent with age. No brassing, dents, or deformation. Facets and brushed finishes remain crisp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Dial: Original blue sunburst dial, unrestored. The visible dial area within the minute track is clean and crisp, with sharp printing and a legible date. Note: with the dial removed, the outer edges and corners show lacquer flaking and paint loss with light discoloration, hidden beneath the case frame once assembled. Applied baton markers are intact but several show age-related tarnishing and loss of their original bright finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Crystal: visible surface scratches and slight distortion when viewed at an angle. No cracks or chips; dial remains fully readable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Case Back: Solid snap-on steel back with light surface hairlines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Stainless Steel Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Stainless Steel Snap-On Case Back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Signed Longines Crown (winged hourglass)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Original Blue Sunburst Dial, unrestored\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Applied Faceted Baton Hour Markers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Steel-Tone Hour, Minute, and Center Seconds Hands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Acrylic Crystal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Replacement Blue Snake-Textured Leather Strap with Steel-Tone Pin Buckle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Longines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57987569353036,"sku":null,"price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/3712\/6837\/files\/LONGINES8397-1-1.jpg?v=1783324855","url":"https:\/\/www.zeitvintagewatch.com\/products\/longines-ref-8397-1","provider":"Zeit Vintage Watch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}