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We are proud to present this all-original and well preserved Super Compressor diver’s watch by Longines: The Ultra Chron reference 8221-2.
In 1967, and to celebrate the brand’s first movement centennial, Longines unveiled its first high-beat caliber 431, dubbed “Ultra Chronometer” or Ultra-Chron for short. It was meant to keep time with an impressive maximum deviation of one minute per month i.e. two seconds per day. As seen on this example Longines also fitted the successor of said caliber inside an EPSA case, which was meant to be the company’s top-of-the-line offering for underwater activities. As a dive watch, this timepiece offers important features such as an inner rotating bezel and a striking minute hand.All in all, it’s a cool diver in great condition that truly embodies the golden era of dive watches of the 1960s and 1970s.
Please read the condition report carefully and refer to the high resolution pictures to help you assess the overall condition of the watch.
MODEL / REFERENCE: Longines Ultra Chron Super Compressor. Reference 8221-2. The movement serial number 51’603’xxx dates this Super Compressor to 1972.
DIAL+ HANDS: The anthracite grained dial has aged honestly but remains flawless with a sharp and complete printing. This dial displays a date window with a clean disc between 4 and 5 o’clock. The Ultra-Chron logo, as well as the Longines winged hourglass are applied. The raised cardinal hour markers are accounted for, and each one is dissected by a beautifully aged, intact Tritium inlay that turned into a warm vanilla hue. This correct handset features a large and bright orange minute hand that stands out for extra visibility. The luminous tips display intact rectangular inlays. The bi-directional bezel is adorned with faded orange accents and a luminous dot at 12 o’clock.
CRYSTAL: The domed mineral crystal, armed with a tension ring is correct to the watch and displays scratches that could be polished off.CASE: The two-body, stainless steel case uses the Super Compressor technology by EPSA. Its cushion shape boasts substantial dimensions of 43mm in diameter and 44mm from lug to lug. Longines applied a combination of satin and polished finishes to the case surface that shows some dings and scratches throughout, yet it’s still preserved in an honest and original / unpolished condition.
CASEBACK: The stainless-steel screw down caseback has six opening notches and very minor scratches from previous opening attempts. Just like the case, the original satin finish can be seen unaltered for almost half a century. The inner side is marked with the correct stamps for the period, from the signature EPSA hallmark to the Omega nomenclature and the case’s reference number.
MOVEMENT: The movement is Longines’s own high beat caliber 6651 with 25 Jewels and a semi quickset date function. The in-house calibre 6651 is a Cal. 431 that’s been modified to run at 28,800 bph instead of the original 36,000 bphAs expected, the movement is recently serviced thus it winds smoothly, runs well and keeps good time.
CROWN: The dual crowns are embossed with the brand’s name at the center and operate as it should, from rotating the inner bezel, to winding and time setting.
BRACELET: The 22mm, stainless steel bracelet comes in full length with a signed buckle and displays wear marks consistent with its use and age.
ACCESSORIES: Original Longines presentation box and booklet. The extract of the Longines archives has been ordered and should be available soon.
The Longines Ultra-Chron diver is definitely an interesting watch to consider. Its high-beat movement and ultra-chronometer certification, earned it an increasing desirability. Today, the number of these watches is getting scarcer, making them particularly interesting to collect. WARRANTY: We guarantee the authenticity of the watch. We also provide 12 months guarantee for the correct function of this timepiece. All guarantees are subject to the General Terms and conditions.Please feel free to ask questions, we will be glad to answer. Virtual or face-to-face viewing is available by appointment.
2,450 CHF
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund
We provide safe transaction and shipping
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund *
We provide safe transaction and shipping limited to the amount paid by the buyer.
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
Our business is built on your trust. We guarantee all our timepiece are authentic and as described / pictured or you will receive a full refund.
We guarantee the functionality of our watches. Please refer to the guarantee period stated in each product description. All guarantees are subject to the General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
Excluded from the warranty for defects are the accuracy, waterproof / water resistance, wear of the wristband and general wear and tear, scratches on the wristband or case, and damage to the glass / crystal.
CHRONOSCOPE is not liable for defects to the products caused by improper handling by the buyer or any third parties, as well as for general wear and tear.
The warranty for defects is null and void if the customer or a third-party attempt to repair the products themselves, unless prior specific written agreements have been made with CHRONOSCOPE
The compensation for the violation of contractual obligations by CHRONOSCOPE is limited to the amount paid by the buyer.
Due to the nature of vintage timepieces, all watches are sold as is. We will accurately describe the current condition and working order of all watches we sell to the best of our ability. Given that vintage watches are antique collector items, we do not provide any guarantee on movement accuracy, water-proofing or any other mechanical guarantee unless it is mentioned in the product description.
We check all watches when listing the watch for sales, and again before shipping. In rare cases, shipping can cause the movement problems. Therfore, please check all functions of the watch upon receipt. Should you find any issues, please notifiy us by email without dealy.
In the unlikely case you should not be satisfied with the watch you receive, contact us and we will work towards finding a solution.
We always looking for interesting vintage and contemporary watches and offer fair values. Please send us some pictures & a discription of what you have, and we will be glad to come back to you with an offer.
If you buy a watch from us, we can also offer a trade-in option.
Swiss Vintage Chronographs, for example Omega, Longines, Breitling, Heuer, Leonidas, Angelus, Excelsior Park, Zenith, Wakmann, Wittnauer but also other lesser known Swiss brands.
Swiss Vintage Watches: for example dives watches of various brands, but also dress watches in steel or gold
Contemporary Swiss Watches such as Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Zenith etc.
Quartz watches only from Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piquet, IWC Vacheron Constatin and other High-End Swiss brands
Digital watches, only from Omega, Girard Perregaux and a few other High-End Swiss Brands
Ladies watches
Pocket watches
Japanese watches (not that they are not good, but i dont have much knowledge there)
Quartz & watches
We need pictures and a brief description of the watches that you intend to sell
Your price expectation, if you already have any
Send us your information by email to sourcing_chronoscope@gmail.com
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
We provide safe transaction and shipping.
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Sollte die Uhr nicht wie beschrieben und abgebildet sein, haben Sie das Recht, sie an uns zurückzusenden und wir erstatten Ihnen den vollen Betrag zurück *.
Wir bieten sichere Transaktion und Versand begrenzt auf den Betrag vom Käufer bezahlt.
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