{"product_id":"1942-longines-dress-watch-ref-22199-black-gilt-dial","title":"1942 Longines Dress Watch (Ref. 22199) Black Gilt Dial","description":"\u003cp\u003eLongines is one of the world’s oldest continuously operating watch manufacturers, with origins stretching back to 1832. Over nearly two centuries, the brand has earned a reputation for crafting timepieces of remarkable precision—so much so that Longines serves as the official timekeeper of the Kentucky Derby, where accuracy is everything.\u003cbr\u003eFrom robust chronographs and capable divers to elegant dress watches, Longines has consistently delivered designs that balance beauty and functionality. Its history is rich with military-issued pieces, refined sports watches, and some of the most charming dress references of the mid-century era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"47%\"\u003eStock #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"2%\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"47%\"\u003eLONGDW22199\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLongines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDress Watch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22199\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64XXXXX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMen's \/ Unisex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack \"Gilt\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMillimeters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2pc Canvas Strap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCASE \u0026amp; BRACELET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thin, faceted lug case shows honest wear throughout, consistent with the age of the watch, while also retaining crisp factory chamfers and finishing throughout. The unsigned crown is likely an early replacement, but it matches the aesthetic of the watch perfectly. The snap-fit case back shows light wear. The watch comes supplied on a 2pc canvas strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIAL \u0026amp; HANDS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original glossy glack galvanic gilt dial remains beautifully preserved, showing some light age and a spotted patina throughout. The radium numerals have achieved a charming brown patina, and no notable degradation is present when inspected under UV light. The original blued steel hands show some light age and oxidation, but no degradation is present in the lume under UV light inspection, and the lume also matches the dial perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eACCESSORIES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone. The watch is keeping running, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Longines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45293672300653,"sku":"LONGDW22199","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1104\/9180\/files\/Img043998_89cdd07d-38b8-4a34-b1e3-b5232f7fa2be.jpg?v=1780705567","url":"https:\/\/www.craftandtailored.com\/products\/1942-longines-dress-watch-ref-22199-black-gilt-dial","provider":"Craft + Tailored","version":"1.0","type":"link"}