Longines 23297 – 9ct Gold – Manual Wind – Full Set – 1978

A wonderful gift and a superb collector’s piece, this Longines reference 23297, first sold in 1978, is about as complete a vintage set as you will find. Over 45 years on, it remains in remarkable condition, fully serviced and running exceptionally well.

Key Details

• Model: Longines
• Reference: 23297
• Year: 1978 (original point of sale)
• Case Size: Approx. 34mm
• Case Material: 9ct yellow gold
• Dial: Silver
• Hour Markers: Gold baton markers
• Hands: Gold tone
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Movement: Longines Calibre 864 manual wind
• Crown: Original Longines‑signed crown
• Strap: New brown leather strap
• Buckle: Original Longines buckle (on original strap retained)
• Guarantee: 12‑month mechanical guarantee

Provenance & Extras

• Original warranty paperwork (with document at rear)
• Original swing tag (Ref: 90251)
• Original Longines box (worn, hinges broken)
• Original strap retained in box
• Serial: 5378XXXX
• Caseback engraved for 25 years service at British Aerospace

Condition Report

Case: Sharp, unpolished and exceptionally well preserved.
Dial: Immaculate silver dial with no blemishes.
Crystal: Perfect condition, clear and scratch‑free.
Hands & Markers: Excellent, matching dial beautifully.
Strap: New strap fitted; original retained.
Box: Original but worn, with broken hinges.
Overall: Near‑perfect for its age — a truly outstanding example.

Working Order

Fully serviced.
Running at just a few seconds per day with healthy amplitude.
Operating exactly as expected.

Our View

This is exactly what collectors hope to find — a

With its solid gold case, immaculate dial and full set of original accessories, this is far from an average example. It may not be the cheapest, but as we see it — it’s certainly one of the best available. A superb piece with real substance, perfect as a collector’s watch or a meaningful gift.