For sale is a bold and historically significant Longines Admiral 5-Star, featuring the highly sought-after "Disco Volante" case and presented on its original leather strap with the original signed buckle. Dripping with 1970s glamour, this watch is a fascinating blend of retro-futuristic design and top-tier Swiss watchmaking.
This striking timepiece features a substantial, lugless "UFO" case, offering a modern, chunky wrist presence that wears beautifully today. The "Disco Volante" (Flying Saucer) design is elevated by a stunning engine-turned, bark-like fluted bezel that catches the light brilliantly, giving the watch a jewelry-like finish. The champagne sunburst dial radiates elegance, anchored by a highly practical day-date complication at 3 o'clock with a subtle, eye-catching pop of red on the date wheel. Completing this exceptional package is the original Longines textured black leather strap and matching signed buckle. Crowned with the iconic Longines five-star emblem—a symbol of the brand's utmost quality and reliability—this automatic watch perfectly captures the "quiet luxury" aesthetic while maintaining its authentic, funky vintage soul.
Key Features:
Brand: Longines
Model: Admiral 5-Star
Model Nickname: "Disco Volante" (Flying Saucer) / UFO
Era: 1970s
Case Style: Lugless "Disco Volante" with an engine-turned, fluted texture bezel
Dial: Original champagne sunburst dial with day-date complication (red date wheel)
Strap & Buckle: Original Longines textured leather strap and original signed buckle
Why Collectors Love It: The Longines Admiral 5-Star "Disco Volante" taps directly into the current market obsession with 1970s design. Collectors are actively seeking out funky, retro-futuristic case shapes that break away from standard round dress watches, and this piece delivers substantial modern wearability. Finding a vintage piece of this era that still retains its factory-original strap and buckle is a rare treat and a massive bonus for purists who value originality. Beyond its undeniable aesthetic appeal, it commands massive "If You Know, You Know" respect. The five-star dial signifies a period when Longines was producing robust, highly accurate, "buy-it-for-life" mechanisms to compete with the best in the world. It’s a versatile statement piece—loud enough to stand out, yet classy enough to pair seamlessly with a tailored cuff.
Return Policy All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
For sale is a bold and historically significant Longines Admiral 5-Star, featuring the highly sought-after "Disco Volante" case and presented on its original leather strap with the original signed buckle. Dripping with 1970s glamour, this watch is a fascinating blend of retro-futuristic design and top-tier Swiss watchmaking.
This striking timepiece features a substantial, lugless "UFO" case, offering a modern, chunky wrist presence that wears beautifully today. The "Disco Volante" (Flying Saucer) design is elevated by a stunning engine-turned, bark-like fluted bezel that catches the light brilliantly, giving the watch a jewelry-like finish. The champagne sunburst dial radiates elegance, anchored by a highly practical day-date complication at 3 o'clock with a subtle, eye-catching pop of red on the date wheel. Completing this exceptional package is the original Longines textured black leather strap and matching signed buckle. Crowned with the iconic Longines five-star emblem—a symbol of the brand's utmost quality and reliability—this automatic watch perfectly captures the "quiet luxury" aesthetic while maintaining its authentic, funky vintage soul.
Key Features:
Brand: Longines
Model: Admiral 5-Star
Model Nickname: "Disco Volante" (Flying Saucer) / UFO
Era: 1970s
Case Style: Lugless "Disco Volante" with an engine-turned, fluted texture bezel
Dial: Original champagne sunburst dial with day-date complication (red date wheel)
Strap & Buckle: Original Longines textured leather strap and original signed buckle
Why Collectors Love It: The Longines Admiral 5-Star "Disco Volante" taps directly into the current market obsession with 1970s design. Collectors are actively seeking out funky, retro-futuristic case shapes that break away from standard round dress watches, and this piece delivers substantial modern wearability. Finding a vintage piece of this era that still retains its factory-original strap and buckle is a rare treat and a massive bonus for purists who value originality. Beyond its undeniable aesthetic appeal, it commands massive "If You Know, You Know" respect. The five-star dial signifies a period when Longines was producing robust, highly accurate, "buy-it-for-life" mechanisms to compete with the best in the world. It’s a versatile statement piece—loud enough to stand out, yet classy enough to pair seamlessly with a tailored cuff.
Return Policy All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
