What We Fancy

Some of the best dress watches ever designed was done so in the mid 20th century and featured raised Breguet numerals. This example from Longines has just that and even has a special 3-sided crystal that really cannot be fully appreciated until seen in person.

Brand: Longines

Model: “Top Hat” Tank

Case: 22mm wide (excluding crown), 37mm tall, 10.5mm thick, 10k gold-filled, 3-side mineral crystal, original unsigned crown, snap-on case back, serial 800xxxx

Movement: Longines caliber 9L, manual winding, recently served 10/15/21

Bracelet/ Strap: Pink Sand Saffiano (MSRP: $65), 18mm lug width

Features: Gold leaf handset, raised gold Breguet hour indices, subsidiary seconds, front-loaded case, snap-on case back, 3-sided crystal, circa 1950

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In overall very good all original condition. The dial has some patina & some very small blemishes that can only be seen up close. The case is great with no major scratches or dents, some smaller superficial scratches can be seen. The movement has been recently serviced and keeps accurate time when tested.

Backed by our one-year repair warranty.