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Model History
During the late 1960s and early 1970s, Longines produced a series of elegant everyday automatic watches often marked with the “5-Star Automatic” designation. These models were positioned as reliable and refined daily wear pieces, combining the brand’s classic design language with robust Swiss automatic movements.
The 5-Star series typically featured clean, minimalist dials, applied baton indices, and practical complications such as date display. Many examples were equipped with ETA-based Longines calibres like the L633, known for their durability and ease of servicing.
With its brushed silver dial, applied indices, and balanced 35.5 mm stainless steel case, this reference reflects the understated elegance typical of Longines watches from the early 1970s. The addition of hacking seconds and quickset date makes it both collectible and practical for everyday use.
Specifications
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Brand: Longines
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Model: 5-Star Automatic
- Reference: 1570 633
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Case number: 1570
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Serial number: 17969723
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Estimated production: early 1970s
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Movement: Longines L633.1 automatic, manual winding, hacking seconds
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Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, quickset date
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Case material: Stainless steel
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Case diameter: approx. 35.5 mm without crown, 37.5 mm including crown
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Lug-to-lug: approx. 42 mm
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Dial: Brushed silver dial with applied baton indices
- Crystal: Original crystal, polished
- Bracelet: Original Longines stainless steel bracelet with signed clasp
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Bracelet length: fits approx. 20–20.5 cm wrist
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Country of manufacture: Switzerland
Condition
This watch is in very good vintage condition. The stainless steel case shows light signs of wear consistent with age but remains sharp with well-preserved brushing. The brushed silver dial is clean and attractive, with applied indices and printed elements in excellent condition.
The watch retains its original crystal, which has been carefully polished, and the original Longines stainless steel bracelet with signed clasp.
The Longines L633.1 automatic movement has been serviced, and all functions operate correctly, including the quickset date and hacking seconds.
The watch is offered without box or papers and comes with a 6-month functionality guarantee.
The watch has been completely serviced by our professional watchmaker and tested for full functionality. The water resistance of the watch cannot be guaranteed.
