Longines Conquest Olympic Games Munich 1972

RARE SINGLE-PUSH-BUTTON CHRONOGRAPH – BOX AND PERIOD DOCUMENTATION
Stunning and rare Longines Conquest Olympic Games Munich 1972, ref. 8614-1, created for the 1972 Munich Olympics. A particularly interesting model for Longines collectors and enthusiasts of historic chronographs associated with the world of sport and the Olympics. The watch features the characteristic single-pusher chronograph configuration, with a silvered dial, tachymeter scale, blue details, and an orange central chronograph hand. The caseback features the important original engraving: “LONGINES – OFFICIAL TIMER AT THE OLYMPIC GAMES – MUNICH 1972.” A feature that immediately identifies this piece as one of the Longines produced to serve as Official Timer of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. The watch is in excellent overall condition for its age, with normal minor signs of use and storage consistent with a piece from the 1970s. The dial retains its distinctive original appearance, with applied indexes and the characteristic blue/orange color combination. The Longines movement is visible through the case back and features the characteristic architecture of the 334 caliber, derived from the Valjoux 236 base. The piece is offered with the original Longines box and period documentation, an element that increases its collector’s interest. The presence of the commemorative case back, box, and documentation makes this Longines particularly interesting for a collection dedicated to vintage chronographs and Olympic history. The photographs are an integral part of the description and show exactly the watch, movement, case back, bracelet, box, and documentation included in the sale. A rare vintage Longines chronograph intended for the collector seeking unique models with a precise historical identity.