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73 years old Longines Crab Lugs Watch | Ref. 6416-2 | legendary cal. 12.68Z | Vintage 1952

73 years old Longines Crab Lugs Watch | Ref. 6416-2 | legendary cal. 12.68Z | Vintage 1952

EVW PRODUCT NR: 3373-12

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The service and identification document is included in the price.

 

Why is the Longines Caliber 12.68Z legendary?

The Caliber 12.68Z is not just a movement; it is a symbol of Longines’ "Golden Age" of manufacturing. Produced primarily from the late 1920s through the 1950s, it represents a time when Longines was a true manufacture, often considered equal to—or even better than—brands like Omega or Rolex in terms of movement finishing and technical innovation.

Collector Notes & Dating

This vintage Longines, produced in 1952, is a striking example of mid-century design, featuring distinctively sculpted "Crab" lugs that give the 34mm case a commanding presence on the wrist. The gold-plated case houses the legendary Caliber 12.68Z, a movement celebrated by collectors for its robust architecture and high-grade finishing.

The dial has been professionally refinished to restore its aesthetic appeal. The movement, serial number 8864••••, places production firmly in the early 1950s. This timepiece represents the golden era of Longines mechanical watchmaking, combining an unusual case silhouette with one of the brand's most respected workhorse movements.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: Longines
  • Model: Dress Watch "Crab Lugs"
  • Reference: 6416-2
  • Year: 1952
  • Case Size: 34 mm (excluding crown)
  • Lug-to-Lug: 43 mm
  • Lug Width: 18 mm
  • Case Material: Gold-plated
  • Dial: Refinished
  • Crystal: Acrylic (period-correct)
  • Movement: Manual Wind, Cal. 12.68Z
  • Jewels: 17
  • Frequency: 18,000 A/h
  • Strap: Leather

📦 What’s Included

Box/Case: Secure black travel watch case.

Documents: Invoice and our service certificate worth €369 — included free of charge

🚚 Shipping, Returns

Insured worldwide shipping. 14-day inspection (unused, seals intact). Pro packing with tracking.

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🔧 Included Service Benefits

💰 If you ever decide to sell the watch, a documented service will significantly enhance its market appeal and resale value.

🛠️ A professional service worth €369 — included free of charge.

The service includes:

  • Full disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, and lubrication using Moebius synthetic oils
  • Regulation and timing adjustment
  • Ultrasonic case and bracelet cleaning (if applicable)
  • Final technical & aesthetic inspection

📄 An official service certificate is provided, listing key technical and identifying details — ideal for insurance, provenance, or future resale.

🛡️ This ensures peace of mind and removes the need for servicing for the next 3–5 years.

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