The Longines Oval Tank Ref. 847.1078 from 1973 is a refined, subtly elegant dress watch that blends the classic Tank silhouette with softer, oval lines. The gently rounded case softens the strict geometry of the original Tank design, making the watch both classic and approachable. The calm, uncluttered dial emphasizes legibility and timeless style, while the compact dimensions make it discreet and effortlessly wearable. Presented in gold plating with a steel caseback and fitted to a new leather strap with an aftermarket buckle, this is a well-balanced example of Longines design from the 1970s: understated character, easy to fall in love with.
Founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, is renowned for its watchmaking heritage and elegant designs. By the mid-20th century, Longines produced a wide range of dress watches that balanced tradition with contemporary tastes. The Tank-inspired shapes draw lineage from the broader adoption of rectangular and cushion cases popularized earlier in the century, while the 1970s brought softer lines and more experimental case shapes. This Oval Tank variant reflects that era’s sensibility: a conservative, refined aesthetic updated with a gentler, more organic form. Equipped with Longines’ in-house manual-wind calibers, watches like the Ref. 847.1078 illustrate the brand’s long-standing commitment to reliable movements housed in thoughtfully designed cases.
Brand: Longines
Model: Oval Tank
Year: 1973
Reference: 847.1098
Case material: Gold plating 14k
Case diameter: 30 x 32 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Strap & buckle: New leather strap, aftermarket buckle
Movement: Cal. L847.4, manual wind
Condition: Very good, well-preserved vintage state
Warranty: 24-month warranty
Includes official KCL documentation and Longines box
The Longines Oval Tank Ref. 847.1078 from 1973 is a refined, subtly elegant dress watch that blends the classic Tank silhouette with softer, oval lines. The gently rounded case softens the strict geometry of the original Tank design, making the watch both classic and approachable. The calm, uncluttered dial emphasizes legibility and timeless style, while the compact dimensions make it discreet and effortlessly wearable. Presented in gold plating with a steel caseback and fitted to a new leather strap with an aftermarket buckle, this is a well-balanced example of Longines design from the 1970s: understated character, easy to fall in love with.
Founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, is renowned for its watchmaking heritage and elegant designs. By the mid-20th century, Longines produced a wide range of dress watches that balanced tradition with contemporary tastes. The Tank-inspired shapes draw lineage from the broader adoption of rectangular and cushion cases popularized earlier in the century, while the 1970s brought softer lines and more experimental case shapes. This Oval Tank variant reflects that era’s sensibility: a conservative, refined aesthetic updated with a gentler, more organic form. Equipped with Longines’ in-house manual-wind calibers, watches like the Ref. 847.1078 illustrate the brand’s long-standing commitment to reliable movements housed in thoughtfully designed cases.
Brand: Longines
Model: Oval Tank
Year: 1973
Reference: 847.1098
Case material: Gold plating 14k
Case diameter: 30 x 32 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Strap & buckle: New leather strap, aftermarket buckle
Movement: Cal. L847.4, manual wind
Condition: Very good, well-preserved vintage state
Warranty: 24-month warranty
Includes official KCL documentation and Longines box
