Longines breathes new life into its Conquest Heritage line, unveiling fresh colorways and steel bracelets for both the 38mm and 40mm variants. These refined updates don’t just nod to the past—they show just how skillfully Longines continues to bridge heritage and modern wearability.
A Brand Rooted in Legacy and Purpose
Founded in 1832, Longines is one of the rare Swiss maisons with a continuous industrial lineage. Best known for its precision timekeeping and rich archive, the brand has found solid footing in recent years by reinterpreting its historical icons through a contemporary lens. The Heritage collection has been central to this renaissance, and the Conquest, first launched in 1954, holds a special place. As the first Longines line to be officially named, it represents the brand’s early foray into luxury sport watches. Today, the Conquest Heritage embodies a blend of elegance, functionality, and storytelling.
A Closer Look at the Updated Specifications
The new Conquest Heritage references stay true to vintage proportions while offering subtle upgrades for daily usability. Two case sizes are available—38mm and 40mm—both in polished stainless steel, with softly curved lugs and a slim 12.9mm profile including the box sapphire crystal. The standout update lies in the bracelet, now offered in steel with a supple seven-link construction that adds tactile sophistication and comfort on the wrist.
Inside ticks the automatic Longines Calibre L893.5, boasting an anti-magnetic silicon balance spring and 72-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 50 meters, which aligns with the watch’s dress-sport identity. The dials are where things really come alive: new charcoal, silver opaline, and midnight blue tones catch the light with dynamic sunray finishes, set beneath applied gold or steel indices and faceted dauphine hands.
The result is a watch that, while rooted in mid-century aesthetics, feels completely attuned to today’s expectations in both finish and mechanical performance.
Who It’s For—and Why It Matters
The Conquest Heritage doesn’t try to be everything to everyone. It speaks most clearly to those who appreciate refined proportions, understated elegance, and watches with a story. With its versatile sizing and brushed-polished surfaces, it easily transitions from a day at the office to a weekend dinner. The new steel bracelet significantly broadens its wearability, offering a tactile and visual upgrade over the leather strap version, especially for those who prize a more integrated look.
Design-wise, the watch echoes the glamour of the 1950s and 60s—an era when watches were compact, clean, and unapologetically elegant. The choice of new dial colors only enhances that effect, allowing for more personal expression while preserving the timeless feel of the original. It’s a watch for the collector who wants substance with style, and for the enthusiast looking for a daily piece that quietly commands attention.
Final Thoughts: A Strong Evolution of a Hidden Gem
With the Conquest Heritage Steel, Longines continues its smart strategy of looking inward—into its vast archives—for inspiration. The steel bracelet, new colorways, and robust movement elevate an already charming model into a compelling everyday contender. Prices start at around $2,775 USD, making it a strong value proposition in the neo-vintage segment. Availability is expected through Longines retailers and boutiques worldwide from July 2025.
Sometimes, all it takes is the right bracelet and a bold new dial to rediscover the soul of a classic. And here, Longines delivers exactly that—with grace and restraint. But if you are looking for much brighter colors, check out Baltic’s Hermétique Summer series !
