Lot 526

Longines Chronometro, Movement No. 10188538, Cal. 24.99, 180 x 180 mm, circa 1956
A rare showcase deck chronometer - lever chronometer - with 50h power reserve indicator
Case: brass, gilt, maple base. Dial: silvered. Movm.: bridge movement, large gold screw compensation balance.
Calibre 24.99 is a highly accurate movement first produced in 1908, which took part in many chronometer tests and achieved excellent results. Originally designed for use in chronometers and deck watches, calibre 24.99 is not only of supreme quality but is by many also considered to be one of the most beautiful Swiss movement ever.

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