{"product_id":"montre-longines-vintage-tank-acier-gris-sable-1968","title":"Vintage Longines Watch Tank 8099.3 — Grey Dial Roman Numerals (1968) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe sculptural design of a steel Longines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Longines captivates with its brushed steel square case, featuring the sculptural design typical of the late 1960s. The \u003cstrong\u003eLongines house\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the oldest Swiss manufactures, presents here a dress piece with a distinctly assertive character. The round, gray, finely sandblasted dial fits within the geometric shape of the case, creating an elegant contrast between the dial’s softness and the clean lines of the \u003cstrong\u003esteel\u003c\/strong\u003e. A characterful watch, at once understated and original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esandblasted gray dial\u003c\/strong\u003e catches the light softly, animated by elegant black \u003cstrong\u003eRoman numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e arranged around the perimeter. The Longines logo with the winged hourglass — the oldest horological emblem still in use — crowns the top of the dial, while the black hands ensure a clear reading of the hours and minutes. The mention “Swiss Made” appears discreetly at the bottom, a guarantee of the piece’s Swiss origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this Longines beats \u003cstrong\u003ecaliber 428\u003c\/strong\u003e, a 17-jewel hand-wound mechanical movement produced by the manufacture between the mid-1960s and the early 1970s. Renowned for the quality of its finishing and its reliability, this simple, carefully crafted caliber drives the hours and minutes. The \u003cstrong\u003eLongines manual\u003c\/strong\u003e movements of this era are among the most appreciated in Swiss horology before the quartz era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e28mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e and its Lug width of 19mm, this Longines is worn equally well on a man’s or a woman’s wrist, in a dressy and vintage spirit. The original gray dial is well preserved. The \u003cstrong\u003ebrushed steel shows signs of use\u003c\/strong\u003e, visible in the light and consistent with the age of the piece; the steel can be repolished if desired. The acrylic Crystal is in good condition (8\/10), and the recently fitted handmade black leather strap completes the ensemble; its crown and its Buckle are not original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase square brushed steel case with sculptural design, round sandblasted gray dial with Roman numerals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLongines 428 manual mechanical caliber (17 jewels), mid-1960s to early 1970s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal dial well preserved; steel scratched from use (repolishable), acrylic Crystal 8\/10. Everything is disclosed without reserve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover all our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-longines-vintage\"\u003evintage Longines watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-collection-occasion-luxe\"\u003eselection of vintage watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tank (square steel case)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8099.3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men’s and women’s watch (Unisex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-wound mechanical, Longines 428 caliber (17 jewels)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brushed steel, carrée shape (sculptural design)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28mm wide (29mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Steel, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial :\u003c\/strong\u003e Sandblasted gray, black Roman numerals, Longines winged hourglass logo, “Swiss Made”, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands :\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic, good condition (8\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap :\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade black leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel buckle, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition :\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautifully preserved condition. Well-preserved original gray dial. The brushed steel shows signs of wear, consistent with age and able to be repolished. Crystal acrylic in good condition (8\/10).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance :\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity :\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical :\u003c\/strong\u003e Movement inspected, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded :\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included :\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do we refer to the \"Tank\" shape for this watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \"Tank\" shape refers to a case with straight, geometric lines, popularized by Cartier — the Tank is a trademarked design of the house, whose shape is said to evoke the tanks of the First World War. The term is now commonly used to describe dressy cases with sharp angles. This Longines is not a Cartier, but it belongs to that geometric spirit, in a Swiss interpretation in steel with a sculptural design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Longines house?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLongines is a Swiss watch manufacture founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier. Its emblem, the winged hourglass, is the oldest watch logo still registered and unchanged. Renowned for the quality of its movements and its heritage in chronometry and aviation, Longines ranks among the great names of Swiss watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Longines caliber 428?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 428 is a hand-wound mechanical movement with 17 jewels, produced by Longines between the mid-1960s and the early 1970s. Appreciated for its reliability and careful finishing, it drives the hours and minutes. A manual movement is wound every day by the crown; periodic servicing by a watchmaker preserves its proper operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the case made of steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the case is made of brushed stainless steel. Unlike gold-plated models, it does not present any risk of plating wear: steel retains its appearance over time and can be repolished. Here, one notes signs of wear on the brushed surfaces, consistent with the age of the piece and disclosed with full transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a Unisex piece. Its 28mm case offers a balanced size, comfortable on both masculine and feminine wrists. Its carrée shape with sculptural lines and its gray dial with Roman numerals make it an elegant yet distinctive dress watch, ideal for both daytime and evening wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international shipping time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, insurance included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Longines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53768473018705,"sku":"Cal.428 8099.3 14865385","price":500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-longines-vintage-tank-acier-gris-sable-1997-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1778878904","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-longines-watch-tank-8099-3-grey-dial-roman-numerals-1968","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}