Longines Lindbergh Hour Angle Wristwatch L 628.1
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1990
Maker / issuer
LonginesThis is a Longines Lindbergh unisex hour-angle wristwatch, identified as a production from circa 1990. The dial is characterized by Roman numeral hour markers, an internal 180-degree scale, and a rotating auxiliary dial for navigational synchronization.
The watch is powered by the mechanical self-winding Longines caliber L 628.1, which is based on an ETA 2892-A2 movement. Its design, including an onion-style crown and specialized navigational display, is a modern derivative of the 1931 original Lindbergh hour-angle watch conceptualized for aeronautical navigation. The timepiece is currently documented in good condition with minor signs of usage on the case back, while the dial remains in an unrestored state.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Hour-angle wristwatch
- Maker
- Longines
- Strap
- Longines leather
- Dating
- circa 1990
- Reference
- L 628.1
- Case Diameter
- 32mm
- Movement Base
- ETA 2892-A2
- Bezel Material
- Solid Gold
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Longines
Design
- Visible features
- • Rotating knurled solid gold bezel with degree markings • Onion-style winding crown • Internal rotating dial segment for navigation • Light brown leather strap with gold pin buckle
- Condition and Attribution
- The seller reports the condition of the watch as good, noting that the dial is unrestored and in excellent condition. The provenance and historical context are attributed to the Longines-Lindbergh series, with the seller identifying this specific piece as part of the 1990s production cycle. While the watch utilizes the branding and visual language of the 1931 navigation timepiece, the manufacturer confirms this as a modern reproduction rather than an early generation example.
- Movement and Construction
- The watch is equipped with the Longines self-winding caliber L 628.1. According to the provided description, this mechanical movement is based on the ETA 2892-A2 architectural platform. The movement features a fine regulation system. The construction of this 1990s-era model departs from the earlier manual-wind movements found in the 1930s generations, prioritizing the convenience of an automatic winding mechanism while retaining the external functional characteristics of the original design. The case is fitted with a screw-down, signed case back and high-quality mineral glass, ensuring the internal components are shielded from dust and moisture.
- Design and Navigational Features
- The wristwatch follows the navigational layout of the 1931 Longines hour-angle timepiece, designed to facilitate longitude determination using a sextant and radio signals. The dial displays primary Roman numerals for the hours and a central rotating auxiliary disc, which allows the wearer to synchronize the time with official radio-transmitted time signals. The markings include a 180-degree scale, reflecting the original aeronautical requirements established during the early aviation era. To ensure utility under operational conditions, the watch incorporates a distinctively shaped onion crown and a wide, knurled rotating bezel, intended for adjustment even while wearing flight gloves. The dial retains the characteristic 180-degree layout on the fixed portion, while the central rotating section provides secondary time-keeping coordination.
Identification
- Reference
- L 628.1
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Movement accuracy is not confirmed
- Research required: Exact production year is attributed as circa 1990 by the seller