1940s Longines Cal.13zn Cylinder Chronograph Rare Black Tachymeter Dial with 18K Yellow Gold

Manufactured in the early 1940s, this is a rare Longines timepiece featuring the esteemed Caliber 13zn, housed in an 18-karat yellow gold cylinder chronograph case. The solid gold cylinder case exudes a sense of weightiness unique to it, with the 18-karat yellow gold case being rare, characterized by a narrow bezel and a large dial designed to prioritize visibility and chronograph functionality. The precious black gilt dial generously accommodates the tachymeter on the periphery, adorned with a beautifully balanced layout of indexes, further accentuated by the striking contrast of black and gold. Longines' in-house caliber chronograph is a masterpiece firmly established in horological history, destined to continue being appreciated and passed down through generations. This early example of the 13zn, without the rare flyback mechanism occasionally seen in this era, is a truly exceptional find.