The Longines Conquest was introduced in 1954 and today represents the classic time-only wristwatches of the mid-20th century. Its simple, elegant design contributes to its popularity among vintage collectors.
The most important collector's features of this Longines line is the screw-down case, the large diameter, the elegant design of the dials and, of course, the blue medallion in the center of the case back. It shows an ocean wave under a deep blue starry sky, surrounded by the radial lettering "Longines Automatic-Waterproof".
Here you can see a rare rose gold example from 1955. The watch is also accompanied by original papers with a stamped movement number and a cool vintage Longines box. By the way, the color of the original Longines strap matches the leather surface of the box - how cool is that?
On the wrist the watch looks just outstanding. This is thanks to the silver-colored dial with large rose gold indexes and the 35 mm case, which appears even larger on the wrist thanks to the thin bezel.
Condition report
Dial: flawless dial without any imperfections, stains or similar - applied, faceted rose gold indices - applied Longines logo - signed with "Longines", "Automatic", "Conquest" and "SWISS".
Case: 18k rose gold case with sharp, intact lugs - minimal signs of wear - intact gold hallmarks - blue Longines medallion on the screw-down back - original signed winding crown.
Movement: Longines automatic caliber 19 AS - values on the timegrapher: rate +8s/day, beat error: 0.7 ms, amplitude: 245 degrees.
Strap: original Longines leather strap - the pattern matches the box - original Longines rose gold clasp.
Summing-Up
The Longines Conquest stands for clear aesthetics, elegance and class. Here you have the chance to acquire a superbly example in a rare rose gold case. The original accessories round off the collector's character of this watch.
Movement number: 9916xxx (1955)
Int.Exe.: 9357900