Longines Weems | An oversized stainless steel Aviator’s wristwatch with center seconds, Circa 1940

Weems
An oversized stainless steel Aviator’s wristwatch with center seconds, Circa 1940

Dial: outer white enamel chapter ring, Breguet numerals, sunken inner dial calibrated for 60 seconds
Caliber: cal. 37.9 mechanical, 16 jewels
Movement number: 6’499’899
Case: stainless steel, hinged cuvette and back, fixed spring bars
Case number: 22’326
Size: 47 mm diameter
Signed: case, and movement signed by Longines, dial signed by Wittnauer and Longines
Box: no
Papers: no

Condition Report:
Case: The case is fairly good condition consistent with age and previous use. Surface scratch and an area of subtle pitting. The crystal glazing is with surface scratches and scuffing.

Dial: The enamel outer chapter ring is intact. The dial is in overall very good condition with light surface wear and some dust. The dial is signed Wittnauer at 12 o'clock, and Longines Patent U.S.A. at 6 o'clock.

Movement: The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.