Longines 17J grade 8LN wrist watch #7502723, case #T035621, vintage mechanical manual-wind nickel split plate movement with bold red ruby jewels, champagne-toned metal dial with a matte finish, raised gold Arabic numbers, a black outer minute marker register and a black-marked subsidiary seconds register is showing patina across most of the surface along with a few small spots of darker discoloration, gold steel whip style hands.
Distinctive extra long yellow gold filled (YGF) rectangular curved case with a stepped bezel with peaked sides, heavily curved extended lugs, a lightly domed glass crystal set flush with the bezel and an inscription on the back "J.A.F. to E.U.F 4-30-38", case is showing normal light wear with some small spots of brass just starting on the tips of the lugs, additionally there are thin gaps between the case frame & back cover, the cover still seats securely to the frame however our educated guess is that at some point the back cover was bent out of alignment slightly so that it now no longer is flush, measures approx. 22mm wide x 48mm lug to lug x 10mm thick (crystal included), matching YGF bracelet-style band with open D-shaped segments with center engraving comprising the entire length of the band and finished with a long, engraved clasp with an interior expansion system, band links and buckle are showing brass however no notable scratches or damage, overall wearable length of the watch is approx. 180mm to 200mm.
This watch also comes with a Longines red leatherette box finished with gold designs and a cream colored satin and velvet interior with a fixed watch display ring and a red leather covered Longines guarantee and instructions booklet. An impressive Longines in a desirable case from the 1940s, attractive even with the current cosmetic issues, in very good overall condition!
- Year Made: 1947-1948
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Company:
Longines
- Jewels: 1117J
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Setting/Movement Type:
manual-wind
- Model/Grade: 8LN
- Serial #: 7502723
- Movement Finish: nickel
- Dial Material:
metal
- Dial Color: champagne
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Hand Style:
whip
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Case Style:
rectangular
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Case Material:
Gold Filled - Yellow
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Case Details:
"J.A.F. to E.U.F 4-30-38" inscription, curved case
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Case Width, without crown:
22mm (0.87 inches)
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Case Length, lug to lug:
48mm (1.89 inches)
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Case Thickness:
10mm (0.39 inches)
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Interior Lug Width:
15mm
(19/32")
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Band Size:
7in. to 7.99in.
(measurement range includes watch length & band)
- Band Material: metal bracelet
- Crystal Material: glass
- Box Info: red leatherette Longines box
- Country of Origin: Switzerland
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Condition:
Very Good
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Gender:
Gentlemen's
This watch is in good running condition, unless otherwise noted in the description. This means that on receipt, pending any item-specific running conditions noted in the description, you can expect the watch to be winding and setting properly and to run smoothly while keeping reasonable time. We consider "reasonable time" to meet these basic guidelines:
- Railroad Grade Watches will be keeping +/- 5 minutes per day
- Pocket and Wrist Watches with 15 or more jewels will be keeping +/- 10 minutes per day
- All key wind watches and watches with 14 or fewer jewels will be keeping +/- 15 minutes per day
The above guideline is the lowest standard in which we would ship out a watch, however in most cases, you will see much better timekeeping. Most of our watches have been in storage for many years, so if you plan on carrying/wearing them everyday, you should consider having them cleaned and oiled soon, and then once a year thereafter to keep them in top running condition. If the watches will be for occasional use or display, they should be cleaned and serviced every 3 to 5 years depending on use.
As of June 22nd, 2026, we are not offering a cleaning and service option through PM Time Service. While we do hope to offer this again in the future, we are unfortunately unable to meet customer requests for watch servicing at this time. Please note that, unless otherwise mentioned within the "Full Description" tab, this watch is being sold in good running condition and is ready to wear or carry on arrival.
This watch comes complete with an appropriate, intact glass crystal; however, on request PM Time Service can replace the current crystal on this wrist watch for you. We offer new plastic crystals for most vintage wrist watches; you can select your desired choice from the dropdown menu below.
Please note that the average turnaround time for wrist watch crystal replacements will be two days from the placement of the order; however, we do not carry every model of crystal in stock and there may be a delay of up to seven business days as we order the correct item from our supplier.
We are happy to offer alternate band options for this watch. Please see the Band Options below to view the styles and additional charges for each option we can provide. The first option on the list will reflect the watch in the current configuration as shown in the photos. If you choose an upgraded option, we will send you a photo of the watch, on request, with the new band ahead of shipping so you can approve the upgraded finish.
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Unlike modern quartz watches, most vintage watches need daily winding in order to keep the watch functioning for timekeeping. Additionally, there are a number of different ways to set the time other than simply pulling the crown away from the watch body. We are happy to provide an overview of each of the different setting types on our
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