Much popularised with its latest revival would be this wonderful example of the Longines Ultrachron Ref. 8309, produced in the early 1970s and celebrated for its high-frequency movement and robust construction. Housed in a well-proportioned 34.5mm stainless steel case, this piece offers excellent wrist presence while maintaining elegant vintage proportions. The crisp silver sunburst dial is complemented by applied indices, black-insert hands, and a practical date display. Combined with the original crown and beautifully preserved case, this is a highly collectible watch that perfectly embodies Longines’ golden era of innovation.
In addition, this timepiece comes freshly serviced with all parts laid out by our professional watchmaker for all to see in the images above. Little to no other dealers do this and it’s a testament to full transparency here at Montre D’or. With the Cal.431 inside running excellently as shown in the timegrapher reading above, just like it was when it left the factory over half a century ago.
DIAL:
• Original silver sunburst crosshair dial in excellent condition
• Baton hands with black inserts, no tritium lume
• Applied hour indices with black inserts
• Applied Longines logo and original wording
• Date window at 3 o’clock with quickset feature
• Domed acrylic crystal, unsigned at center
CASE:
• Classic tonneau-style stainless steel case
• 34.5mm (excluding crown) / 41mm lug-to-lug / 9mm thickness
• Professionally polished with all sharp edges intact
• Original Longines-signed crown at 3 o’clock
CASEBACK:
• Screwdown caseback
• Professionally polished to perfect vintage condition
• Comes with plastic protective sticker as shown
MOVEMENT:
• Longines Cal. 431 – Automatic high-beat movement
• 17 jewels / ~42-hour power reserve / 36,000 vph
• Quickset date function (advance by repeated crown pulls)
• Movement freshly serviced and in excellent condition
• Last serviced: February 2026
• Accuracy:~0s/day
STRAP:
• Handmade black crocodile leather strap, 18mm lug width
• Aftermarket Longines signed stainless steel buckle
AFTERCARE PACKAGE:
• Comes with a black wooden box + silica gel
• Complimentary PolyWatch crystal polishing kit (for acrylic crystal)
• 6-month warranty (covers non-user damage only)
• Guarantee Certificate with full service details included
• Access to our exclusive post-warranty repair services
• 7-day return policy for peace of mind
SPECIFICS:
Maker: Longines
Model: Ultrachron
Year: 1974
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Reference: 8309
Movement Serial: 51436367
Caliber: 431
Diameter: 34.5mm
Lug to lug: 41mm
Lug width: 18mm
Thickness: 9mm
Lume: None
Strap: Handmade crocodile leather
Box and papers: None
Accuracy: ~0s/day
Movement type: Automatic High-Beat
Crystal: Acrylic
Crown: Original signed crown
Last service: February 2026
Free express tracked shipping with signature upon delivery. Delivery within Singapore in 1-2 working days. International shipping may take 2–12 working days depending on destination. Do note respective custom duties might apply which includes the recent US tariffs and are the buyer's responsibility.
Do note that for US bound shipments the PolyWatch polishing kit will not be included in order to mitigate customs delay due to new customs requirements
Countries that we do not ship to: Algeria, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Vietnam, Iran
This is a vintage timepiece and water resistance is not guaranteed. Please avoid contact with water or moisture. Store the watch with dry tissue or silica gel to preserve its condition. We are not liable for water damage post-purchase.