Longines Flyback Chronograph 13ZN

Longines 13ZN Chronograph Black Gilt Dial

Today best known for their competitively priced and well-built offerings, Longines’ history as one of horology’s most advanced watchmakers usually escapes most collectors. Built upon an extensive archive of incredible chronographs and dress watches, this reputation would be nothing compared to what it is now if it wasn’t for the movement in the Flyback Chronograph that we have here, the cal. 13ZN. Famously regarded as one of the finest chronograph movements ever produced, the manual-wind cal. 13ZN was launched in 1936 as one of Longines’ most advanced movements and the first flyback chronograph movement to be fitted within a wristwatch. Offered over several decades with different subvariants depending on dial layouts and the number of pushers used to operate it, the cal. 13ZN is fabulously collectible, given that not all examples are the same. Thanks to its impeccable level of craftsmanship, stunning architecture, and unparalleled level of ingenuity, the cal. 13ZN is as famous today as it was ahead of its time in the 1930s. Unrivaled for two decades as the only flyback chronograph movement on the market, the cal. 13ZN enabled Longines to become one of the most revered watchmakers within the aviation industry, given how practical the cal. 13ZN’s flyback function was. Offered here is a large 37.5mm 18kt gold Flyback Chronograph fitted with the cal. 13ZN that sports a beautifully luxurious black dial with construction-matching hands and dial inscriptions, which combine to create a stunning aesthetic, fitting for the iconic movement housed within its round stepped case. Fitted with a jet black gilt dial, the Flyback Chronograph's 18kt gold hands and gilt inscriptions stand out with a luxurious hue that is incredibly appropriate for this iconic timepiece. Arguably Longines' most iconic movement, the cal. 13ZN was considerably ahead of its time due to its complex flyback function, accuracy, and stunning architecture. This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.