Longines Dress, Ref. 847 4427, Cal. L847.4, Men’s Manual Wind Vintage Watch, 1972

Vintage Longines Dress Vintage Watch from 1972 featuring the refined Cal. L847.4 hand-wound movement, a brushed gold dial with minimalist baton markers, and a slim gold-plated case. This timeless Swiss-made collectible is fully serviced and for sale with 12 months warranty.

Longines Dress 1972 — First impression - 847 4427

The Longines 847 4427 from 1972 embodies the brand’s approach to ultra-slim elegance during the golden era of Swiss dress watches. Its 33 mm gold-plated case with a vertically brushed finish houses the celebrated hand-wound Cal. L847.4, one of Longines’ finest thin mechanical movements. The watch is fully serviced, maintains its original components, and offers a refined aesthetic perfect for collectors seeking a minimalist vintage timepiece that wears comfortably under a shirt cuff.

Longines Dress - Brushed Champagne Dial

The vertically brushed champagne dial delivers a sophisticated and understated look. Slim black baton hour markers are precisely applied, enhancing legibility and maintaining balance across the dial. The lack of a date window preserves symmetry, emphasizing its minimalist design ethos.

Dress 847 4427 - Hands

Thin black stick hands complement the indices, paired with a matching central seconds hand. Their discreet profile maintains the watch’s elegant character and ensures smooth, precise timekeeping.

Longines Dress 847 4427 - Ultra-Thin Gold-Plated Case

The 33 mm gold-plated case features a flat polished bezel and brushed surfaces on the lugs, reflecting light elegantly. Its ultra-thin construction and slim profile make it ideal for formal attire and add to its collectibility as a true 1970s dress watch.

Dress 847 4427 - Crown

The small unsigned gold-tone crown is recessed slightly into the case, preserving the sleek silhouette while allowing smooth manual winding.

Longines Dress Leather Strap

This example is paired with a period-appropriate brown leather strap that complements the warm tones of the case and dial, offering a refined wrist presence and daily comfort.

Hand-Wound Longines Cal. L847.4 Movement

Inside beats the Swiss-made manual wind Longines Cal. L847.4, a high-quality ultra-thin movement running at 21,600 vibrations per hour. Known for its reliability and slimness, it represents Longines’ technical mastery of the early 1970s, designed to keep accurate time while contributing to the watch’s elegant profile.

Heritage of the Longines Dress in the Early 1970s

During the 1970s, Longines was at the forefront of producing refined dress watches that balanced aesthetics and mechanical innovation. The 847 4427 exemplifies this tradition, offering a timeless style that remains sought-after by collectors. Its minimalism and mechanical purity make it a strong representation of vintage Swiss watchmaking heritage.

Longines Dress — Serviced, Original & Guaranteed

This watch is fully serviced, fully operational, and retains all original components. It comes with a 12-month warranty for peace of mind. We ship worldwide with secure, tracked delivery.

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