1956 Longines Automatic Ref. 1042Overall Notes:- Cosmetic Condition: B- (Well-worn with visible age-related patina and dial discoloration, but structurally intact and still presentable as a vintage piece).- The watch is in working condition with the automatic movement running.- This watch features all authentic, model-correct Longines components. The strap is a non-original brown reptile-embossed leather strap with a gold-tone pin buckle.Operating State:- The movement has been serviced (disassembly, cleaning, lubrication and regulation).- Keeping time precisely.- Date function operates correctly.Condition Notes:- Case: Gold-filled, moderate to heavy wear. Plating loss on case, lug undersides, and flanks. Bezel retains more plating with light scratches. No dents or deformation.- Dial: Original cream guilloché, unrestored. Age patina with warm yellowing and a central brownish stain around the hand stack. Arabic numerals at 12/3/6/9, applied baton indices at remaining positions. All text legible.- Hands: Gold-tone dauphine-style, age-toned consistent with the dial. No lacquer loss noted.- Crystal: Acrylic with surface scratches and minor distortion. No cracks; dial readable.- Case Back: Snap-back gold-filled with significant plating loss exposing base metal centrally. Marked "10K Gold Filled."Specifications:- Caliber: Longines 19AS Automatic- Case Diameter: 33mm (without crown)- Lug Width: 18mm- Thickness: 12mm- Lug-to-Lug Distance: 38mmDetails:- 10K Gold-Filled Case- Snap-on Gold-Filled Case Back- Signed Gold-Tone Fluted Crown- Original Cream Guilloché Dial- Applied Gold-Tone Baton Indices + Arabic Numerals at 12/3/6/9- Gold-Tone Dauphine Hour, Minute & Seconds Hands- Acrylic Crystal- Replacement Brown Reptile-Embossed Leather Strap with Gold-Tone Pin Buckle
