Longines: An Official Olympic Rattrapante Split-Second Chronograph Stopwatch Ref 8350 The 'Mexico 1968 Olympics' Era

C.1968 A An exceptionally rare and historically significant Longines split-second chronograph stopwatch, this piece, (Ref 7411-2 and 8350) represents the pinnacle of 1960s mechanical sports timing. Housing the celebrated manual-winding Caliber 262 high-frequency movement, which beats at 36,000 BPH, it is capable of measuring elapsed time to a remarkable 1/10th of a second via its integrated vernier scale. Cased in a robust 66mm stainless steel frame, this specific model (or similar references) served as an official timekeeper for various prestigious international sporting events, including the 1968 Mexico City Olympics and the Tour de France through the 1970s, making it a highly desirable piece for both serious collectors and sports history enthusiasts. Stainless Steel Size: 66mm x 66mm; Private London Collector This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter."