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Longines Jumbo Ref 622.58

Longines Jumbo Ref. 622.58 from 1950.

The year 1950: the birth of the Longines Jumbo Ref. 622.58. With its approximately 37 mm case (excluding crown), this watch was far ahead of its name; in its day, it was a “jumbo” size. The true illusion of size is achieved by the relatively flat case and the dial taking up almost the entire surface.

This is a watch for the vintage enthusiast, where perfection is not sterile, but lived-in. The dial is an open book of its seventy-year history. The discolorations, the speckles, the light spots,all this forms the unique patina that makes this Longines so beloved. It is tangible proof that this watch has seen more than a few adventures. If you fall for this specific, unique aesthetic, no other watch can match this feeling.

The deepest charm of the Longines Jumbo lies in its heart: the manual movement. Unlike modern automatic or quartz watches, the Jumbo requires a daily ritual. Every morning, or evening, the wearer turns the crown with care and attention. The soft, mechanical click and the increasing sense of resistance are a tactile reminder of the workings of time itself.

This isn’t a watch you simply put on; you interact with it. It’s a conscious act that instantly connects the wearer to the heritage of Swiss watchmaking. It makes you aware of the mechanics on your wrist, a daily, personal tradition that defines luxury on a deeper, more meaningful level.

The Longines Jumbo from 1950, worn on an elegant leather strap, is therefore a perfect blend of robust yet elegant design and the pure, unadulterated pleasure of mechanical watches.

Year

1950
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Brand Longines
Diameter 36 mm
Model Jumbo
Bracelet/strap: Leather
Reference 622.58
Buckle/clasp Aftermarket steel
Year of production (circa) 1950
Lug Width 18 mm
Material Steel
Set Content Watch only
Crystal Acrylic
Warranty 2 year (AWCo)
Dial color Champagne
Movement Hand-wound

It was back in 1832 in St. Imier that we find the roots of Longines. The house was founded by Auguste Agassiz and is currently under ownership of the Swatch Group. The brand would get its recognizable winged hour glass logo in 1889. It is the world’s oldest registered trademark.

Longines is currently very active in equestrian sports, but its heritage is predominantly in aviation. In 1927, the brand manufactured the 47mm Weems avigation (aviation navigation) watch in cooperation with Philip Van Horn Weems. Four years later, an hour angle watch for aerial navigation was developed in cooperation with Charles Lindbergh. A smaller Weems watch, measuring 33mm’s was introduced in 1937.

Note that this is long before the days of GPS or other automated navigation tools. Navigating your way through the sky was an extremely complex affair that required specialist tools like a Weems or Hour angle watch.

Throughout both world wars, Longines supplied military watches. They were one of the Dirty Dozen suppliers during late WWII. You will also find examples of the caged WWI trench watches in Longines’ archives.

Over the decades, Longines committed to many different genres of watches. From dress watches to chronographs and from pilot’s watches to divers. Today, its 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s dress watches are a a great entry point into vintage watch collecting. All the heritage and quality you could desire, but still relatively attainable. Once you get sucked into the brand though, there are all sorts of exotic and rare collectibles to be found.

At AWCo we put the safety of our shipments upfront at all times. Therefore, we ship all our packages insured.

We strive to promptly handle packages to minimize delays. Delivery times begin from the day of dispatch. While we make every effort to ensure smooth delivery, we cannot be held responsible for delays caused by destination customs, local duties, taxes, or lost items during transit.

Certainly, we understand that overloaded mail-order companies can also contribute to potential delays in the delivery process. Despite our best efforts, external factors beyond our control may affect shipping times. Rest assured, we remain committed to providing timely service and will work diligently to ensure your order reaches you as promptly as possible. For any inquiries or updates, feel free to reach out to us at info@awco.nl. Your satisfaction is our priority.