{"product_id":"longines-2","title":"Longines Flyback Chronograph Ref. 5034 – Cal. 12.68Z Vintage 1950","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover an exceptional and highly collectible Longines flyback chronograph, reference 5034, powered by the legendary in-house Longines calibre 12.68Z – one of the most respected vintage chronograph movements ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to circa 1950, this rare vintage Longines chronograph features a classic gold-plated case with stainless steel back and a beautifully preserved silvered dial. The dial is enhanced by telemeter and tachymeter scales, elegant Arabic numerals, blued steel hands, and a striking central chronograph seconds hand, offering both functionality and timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is equipped with the iconic flyback (“retour-en-vol”) chronograph function, originally developed for aviation purposes. The flyback complication allows the chronograph to be reset and restarted instantly with a single push, making it one of the most technically advanced chronograph features of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly sought after by collectors, the Longines 5034 with calibre 12.68Z represents an important chapter in horological history. Comparable examples have appeared in major international auctions, including Christie’s, confirming its strong collector demand and investment-grade appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📋 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLongines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlyback Chronograph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5034\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLongines Calibre 12.68Z (manual wind)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChronograph, Flyback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold-plated with stainless steel case back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e 37.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilvered with telemeter and tachymeter scales\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlued steel + central chronograph seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in very good vintage condition with natural signs of wear consistent with age. The case remains well preserved with attractive patina, the dial is clean and visually striking, and the movement is in excellent condition. The watch is running well and all functions are working correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ Why This Watch?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Rare flyback chronograph complication\u003cbr\u003e✔ Legendary Longines calibre 12.68Z\u003cbr\u003e✔ Highly collectible vintage reference 5034\u003cbr\u003e✔ Strong presence in international auctions\u003cbr\u003e✔ Ideal for collectors, investors, and enthusiasts of vintage chronographs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic and desirable vintage Longines chronographs, combining technical innovation, historical importance, and timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🚀 Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips from EU – fast dispatch\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 1–2 business days\u003cbr\u003e🔒 Carefully packed to prevent damage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Longines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57816798757199,"sku":null,"price":9950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/5649\/1087\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_121a6a33-2676-4af4-b5fd-263da421940a.jpg?v=1780082435","url":"https:\/\/venwatches.com\/it\/products\/longines-2","provider":"VENWATCHES ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}