New Arrivals: 1965 Longines 2638-370 Dress Manual
This charming mid-1960s Longines takes the classic dress watch formula and gives it a subtle twist. The 33 mm 10K gold-filled case has a soft, rounded-square profile that wears a touch bolder than a typical Calatrava, while still sliding neatly under a cuff. Applied gold baton markers and slim stick hands float over a warm champagne dial with the kind of gentle, even patina only decades of honest wear can create.
Inside is Longines’ caliber 370, a beautifully finished 17-jewel manual-wind movement designed for the North American market. It’s just been fully serviced and regulated, so you get the pleasure of winding a crisp 1960s Longines without worrying about what’s happening under the hood.
This charming mid-1960s Longines dress watch takes the classic elegant formula and gives it a subtle twist: a warm champagne dial with applied gold baton markers and slim stick hands that age beautifully with an even patina. Housed in a soft, rounded-square 10K gold-filled case with a stainless steel screwback, this watch sits neatly under a cuff yet wears boldly enough to be noticed. Inside is Longines' caliber 370, a beautifully finished 17-jewel manual-wind movement crafted for the North American market and just fully serviced and regulated for reliable everyday enjoyment.
Case, Dial & Aesthetic
The 33 mm 10K gold-filled case has a gentle cushion profile with rounded edges that feel distinct from a standard Calatrava silhouette. The warm champagne dial features applied gold baton indices and matching slim hands, creating a timeless mid-century dress look. Natural patina and the subtle interplay of gold and dial tones give this watch refined character without detracting from its elegant simplicity.
Movement: Longines Caliber 370
At the heart of this piece is the Longines caliber 370, a manual-wind Swiss movement with a 17-jewel layout and robust finishing that exemplifies 1960s mechanical craft. Designed for reliability and everyday wear, this movement has been fully serviced and regulated so you can enjoy crisp winding and smooth operation without worry.
Movement: Longines 370 (manual wind)
Jewels: 17
Complications: None (time only)
Shock Protection: Yes
Condition & Service
This watch has been fully serviced and regulated and fitted with a new stem and replacement crown. Please note the dial index at 6:00 is missing - study the photographs carefully to understand this aspect of its condition. The band shown in photos is not included; you will need a 17 mm strap to pair with this watch.
Specs & Details
Manufacturer: Longines
Model / Reference: 2638-370
Year (Estimated): 1965
Case: 10K gold-filled with stainless steel screwback
Case Width: 33 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 38 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Lug Width: 17.1 mm (17 mm strap)
Band:Not included (17 mm required)
Why This Watch Matters
This Longines dress watch pairs mid-century elegance with thoughtful mechanical design. The long-running caliber 370 movement reflects Longines' Swiss craftsmanship in a lightweight, wrist-friendly 10K gold-filled case, making this both an everyday wearable and a conversation piece for collectors of classic manual-wind watches.