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1968 "Paul Newman" Longines Chronograph (Ref. 8226-2)
SPECS
Stock # | 68LONG8226-2 | |
Brand | Longines | |
Style | Chronograph | |
Model | 8226-2 | |
Serial | 38XXXX | |
Size | Men's | |
Material | SS | |
Dial | Black "Paul Newman" | |
Millimeters | 42mm | |
Bracelet | Longines |
CASE & BRACELET
The case of this Longines 8226-2 has been previously polished yet remains wonderful vintage condition the original crown is signed Longines. The watch will come supplied on the original Gay Freres bracelet, stamped Longines, and original end links showing slight stretch normal from light use.
DIAL & HANDS
The stunning and eye-catching 3 color dial remains in a wonderful and original condition. The Paul Newman style subdials remain bright and free of any degradation. The original orange sweep second hand provides a striking contrast against the 3 color dial. The lume on the dial remains intact showing a slight patina. The hands are original and the original tritium lume remains intact like the plots on the dial. bot the hands and the lume plots when viewed under U.V. light respond correctly and show no lume loss.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is running at spec and is in perfect working condition.