It’s a nice aesthetic element, speaking to onion and diamond crowns. Off of three is a large screw-down crown that tapers into the case, making it stand out visually. The 12.5mm height is also hidden well by the crystal, various finishing lines, and case breaks. While from above the case has a more classic look, from the side it appears modern and sleek. This too features the same high level of finish.įrom the side, the case has slight curves and angles that lead the eye to a large domed sapphire. The bezel is reminiscent of stepped designs from the early 20th, sitting a bit in from the edge of the case. From above, robust lugs and gently contoured sides are accentuated by sharp bezels and beautifully textured brushing. Featuring a tried-and-true design that speaks to classic pilot’s watches, the case comes in at 40 x 49.6 x 12.5mm for a happy medium size. The case of the Spirit mixes classic lines with exceptional finishing for a handsome result. At $2,150, this watch is at the entry point of the collection. Today, we’ll be taking a look at the Longines Spirit 元.810.4.73.2, which is the 40mm model with a silver dial and leather strap. All chronometer rated, and with a starting price of $2,150, the Longines Spirit collection represents an exciting new, luxurious take on the early 20th-century pilot’s watch. Further, Longines created chronographs in the same three colors, also available on or off bracelets. There are also “prestige editions” which include three straps. To kick this collection off, Longines went wide, offering three-hand models in three colors and two sizes, with or without bracelets. The results are vintage-inspired timepieces with a distinct early to mid-twentieth century pilot/military feel and appealingly modern trappings.
But rather than creating watches that could be mistaken as being from that era, Longines infused these concepts into modern watch designs. As such, the watches are inspired by the watches of this period, being the early to mid-twentieth century. The Spirit collection is named for the “pioneer spirit” of early and iconic aviators and adventurers who are believed to have used Longines equipment in their excursions. Slotted into their “sport” sub-genre, they are not part of their heritage line, but not nearly as modern as their “Conquest” siblings. The new Longines Spirit collection, however, kind of fits into neither category. Less on my personal radar, but still wildly popular, they tend to have a classic Swiss-luxury flair, and occasionally some interesting complications. Next, it jumps over to their modern watches. Often crowd-pleasers, these sexy throwbacks highlight cool watches from the brand’s 188 years of manufacturing (well, most really come from the mid-twentieth century, but that’s still an impressive run). When I think of Longines’ current catalog, my mind first goes to their heritage timepieces.
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