Vintage Watch: 89-Year Old Collection Piece
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Vintage Watch: 89-Year Old Collection Piece

By Champthekid · Dec 18, 2024 · 39 replies
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Champthekid's recent post celebrating the 89th birthday of his Longines Majetek offers a compelling look at vintage watch collecting. His civilian-version Majetek, free of military inscriptions, highlights how historical pieces can remain remarkably relevant and wearable today. This thread provides an excellent opportunity to explore the enduring appeal and craftsmanship of vintage Longines timepieces.

My Longines Majetek turns 89 years old today so I thought I'd put her on for a wristshot today smile. This one is a civilian version without the words "Anti-Magnetique" on the dial and no inscription on the caseback.











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CH
Champthekid
Dec 18, 2024

The size is a modern size, the enamel dial (dull type) is absolutely beautiful, the case shape is so cool. It’s all good and totally wearable by today’s standards 👍

CH
Champthekid
Dec 18, 2024

buried somewhere. If I find it I’ll post it.

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AuHavrePro
Dec 18, 2024

I'm especially fond of using them when, in a thread like this one, many other people have commented before me, so I feel it's superfluous for me to add more comments than have already been made ....

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Jay (Eire)
Dec 18, 2024

89 years ago. And still a looker!

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riverside / Henry
Dec 19, 2024

in many cases better than modern watches. Watchmakers and other artisans were meticulous in their trade.

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S F
Dec 19, 2024

Super tip top, congrats on owning such a majestic piece!

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