Longines Avigation Type A-7 1935 L2.812.4.53.2 - 2021
Longines Avigation Type A-7 1935 L2.812.4.53.2
If you like your watches with a military vibe, then this might just be what you're looking for. The Avigation Type A-7 is based on a single-button chronograph from Longines and Meylan from 1935, which were sold to the US Army Corps. Most folks associate watches with a dial on such an angle as drivers watches, but this was also used in aviation at the time.
The original measured in at a whopping 49mm, but this re-issue has been designed to suit more current tastes (and civilian wear), with a 41mm case in steel. Within it lies a dial cocked at 40 degrees for maximum readability when your hands at at the controls (or on a steering wheel), with a matte black base, railroad minute track, printed ecru numerals, and topped with ecru cathedral hands. A 30 minute counter lies at 12, with running seconds at 6 and a discreet date window within.
It's powered by the L788.2 (based on the ETA A08.L11), which is an automatic column-wheel mono-pusher chronograph. It has a lovely feel to it's activation, and a seldom seen complication at these price points.
This particular piece was purchased in 2021 and presents in TZ 'Excellent' condition. The case shows some minor rub marks and hairlines, and the bezel shows some swirls and light scratches. Nothing deep, and no nicks/dings/dents present. Case back shows some scratching. Please see images for full condition details.
Includes outer box, inner box, warranty card (expired) and instruction booklet. Please note that the inner box is damaged. The wood around the hinges has broken off, so the lid is detached.
A super cool watch that's amazing value for money.
Brand: Longines
Model #: L2.812.4.53.2
Circa: 2021
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case details: 41mm
Movement: L788.2 Automatic Chronograph
Dial: Black
Hands: Luminous
Paraphernalia: Outer box, inner box, warranty card (expired) and instruction booklet. Please note that the inner box is damaged. The wood around the hinges has broken off, so the lid is detached
TZ Grading: Excellent
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