{"product_id":"longines-ref-7035-11-cal-12-68z-1950s-small-seconds-dress-watch","title":"Longines Ref. 7035-11 | Cal. 12.68Z | 1950s Small Seconds Dress Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003eLongines Ref. 7035-11 | Cal. 12.68Z | 1950s Small Seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully preserved example of mid-century Longines watchmaking, this Ref. 7035-11 combines elegant proportions, desirable Arabic numerals and a superb in-house movement in a timeless stainless-steel case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the 1950s, this watch features a wonderfully aged ivory-toned dial with an even patina developed naturally over decades of careful use. Applied Arabic numerals at 12, 3 and 9 are paired with faceted gilt hour markers and matching dauphine-style hands, while the recessed small seconds register adds depth and balance to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowering the watch is Longines' respected in-house Calibre 12.68Z, a 17-jewel manually wound movement renowned for its reliability and quality. This example has recently been serviced and adjusted by a watchmaker and is running well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stainless-steel case remains sharp with honest signs of wear consistent with age, while a brand-new leather strap completes the watch and makes it ready to wear immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, characterful and increasingly difficult to source in such honest condition, this is a wonderful example of the understated design language that made Longines one of Switzerland's most respected manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Longines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference: 7035-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: 1950s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement: Longines Calibre 12.68Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewels: 17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinding: Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase Material: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDial: Ivory \/ parchment-toned dial with natural age-related patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal: Acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures: Small Seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrap: New Leather Strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Very good vintage condition with honest signs of age and wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServiced: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox\/Papers: No\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vintage Watch HQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57400362959225,"sku":null,"price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/2781\/9385\/files\/IMG_6296.jpg?v=1780913264","url":"https:\/\/vintagewatchhq.com\/products\/longines-ref-7035-11-cal-12-68z-1950s-small-seconds-dress-watch","provider":"Vintage Watch HQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}