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Amanico shares his long-standing quest for a Longines Yugoslavian Army watch from the late 1930s, a piece he describes as a 'dream.' His post features striking images of this 38mm vintage timepiece, sparking a community discussion about the enduring appeal of historical Longines models and the unique charm of military-issued watches.
A watch I am hunting for years, which I have the pleasure to see from time to time... As it belongs to a good friend of mine.
From the late 30's. 38 mm case. A wonder, a dream.
Best,
Nicolas
Key Points from the Discussion
- Longines produced many beautiful watches in the 1930s and 1940s, including those with distinctive sector dials, making them highly desirable vintage pieces.
- The vintage Longines models, particularly those with original movements, are superior to modern Heritage remakes, despite the latter being aesthetically pleasing.
- The Karageorgevitch Royal Family of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes (Yugoslavia) had an interesting horological history, adding context to the 'Yugoslavian Army' designation.
- The combination of the dial, case, and 38mm size of the Longines Yugoslavian Army watch is considered ideal and 'a dream' by collectors.
- The absence of thin, dressy manual movements in modern Longines watches is a point of longing for collectors who appreciate vintage movements.
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