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A few years ago in 2007 Longines released its new Master Collection Retrograde watch collection. It was meant to be part of the brand’s 175th anniversary and began to showcase some interesting movements made exclusively for Longines by ETA. Offered in both 18k pink gold and steel cases, the Master Collection watches are available in either 41mm wide or 44mm wide sizes. Well-finished and feature-rich, these timepieces offer a value-for-the-money that only a large brand like Longines can deliver.

For review I have a 44mm wide Longines Master Collection Retrograde watch in steel. This model is sometimes called the “Quadruple Retrograde” because in addition to the time, it has four retrograde hands on the dial. When looking at the Master Collection Retrograde watches it is important to note that they come in many versions. There are different movement options, as well as models with and without external pushers on the case (for adjusting the calendar). This version is the reference number L27174716. You can get the same version with external pushers if you like (and a smaller case).

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This model with the more-or-less inset (I say that because their housing sticks out a little bit looking high-polished mounds) pushers offers the cleaner look of just having the crown. Longines actually throws in a nice steel stylus that you can use to correct the pushers yourself. I love that they included this – though how cool would it be if the stylus somehow could be stored in the case or bracelet? I already previously discussed how I think someone should modify an ardillon buckle pin on a strap to double as an inset pusher adjustment tool.

I am not entirely sure what the base caliber the Master Retrograde movement uses for this complex little piece. The movement – seen through the rear of the movement – is really nicely decorated with perlage. It is not only a wide movement but it is also a bit chunky. It gives the movement a durable look that I think so really becoming – especially in this 44mm wide version of the watch. The movement has a few interesting features. First is the time, which includes a retrograde seconds display at 6 o’clock and the main display which can be adjusted in one hour increments. This latter feature helps when traveling through time zones and is part of the GMT function. There is a retrograde GMT had on the left side of the dial. It uses most of the length of the dial so legibility is pretty good. Adjacent to it is a retrograde date indicator. Last is a retrograde date of the week indicator. There is a similar version of this watch that has a power reserve indicator where the seconds indicator is on this piece.

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When pulling out the crown to adjust the time, all the retrograde hands reset to zero. The first time I did this I was like “no, I have to reset it all!” Then I realized that this was just a position they all go to when you pull out the crown. Once you put the crown back in they revert to their previous position. I believe that this has to do with the modular design of the movement, and the time and calendar functions are separate. It also allows you to mess with the time and it not effect the calendar (which is adjusted with the case pushers. All in all, for the price, the movement is very slick to operate and provides useful functionality.

Longines usually offers well-finished cases. I first noticed this in their women’s pieces, but this Master Collection Retrograde really helps me see that for their men’s pieces. The thick steel case is well-polished all over with crisp edging and even surfaces. It is a weighty watch, but I like that. There are versions on straps that will of course weigh a bit less. On the bracelet inner link is the only section with a brushed, rather than polished finish. The case uses a sapphire crystal and is water resistant to 30 meters.

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The bracelet is comfortable and features a push-button butterfly clasp. I was impressed with the bracelet quality and found it to be a good fit for my wrists. However, the bracelet does lack any micro adjustments, so you might find it either just a bit too big or too small without a happy middle. Longines may offer a half-link option to solve this. Overall I give the watch case and bracelet good marks on fit and finish, as well as comfort.

It goes without saying that the dial is what first drew me to this watch. The beautiful symmetrical face with properly sized hands is a testament to contemporary classic watch design. Timepieces like this make it look easy – and has me wonder why so many people get it wrong. The face itself is machine engraved with various textures and sections. The face is actually deeply sunk into the case, which is helped a bit by the sloped flange ring. The shape of the dial and flange ring remind me of those round beer serving trays. Longines uses blued-steel hands, and even though there are six of them, the dial still has enough white space between the indicators. You’ll really need the right light however to see the blue shine at its best.

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As I mentioned, the Master Collection Retrograde watch is available in many versions. Another option is Arabic numeral hour markers instead of the Roman numerals on this model. You should know this because even Longines’ own Master Collection Retrograde watch micro-website doesn’t make it clear how many models there are in the growing collection. I recommend these as nice looking classically styled timepieces that don’t require a ludicrous amount of cash to own. Even as a classic watch it makes for a nice daily wear (though lume would have been nice). Price for this enjoyable Master Collection Retrograde watch from Longines is a reasonable $ 3,200.

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Written by Mr. Ariel Adams – aBlogtoRead.com, trusted independent watch media.

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This is a pre-owned Longines Dolce Vita L5.155.4.97.6. It has a 24.5mm Steel case (measured across its width, excluding crown), a Mother of Pearl – White dial, a Steel bracelet, and is powered by a Quartz movement. The case has a 3597xxxx serial and paperwork is dated 11 September 2011, making it less than a year old. It originated in the UK, and comes complete with box. It is also supplied with a comprehensive 12 month Watchfinder warranty.

This Longines has undergone the Watchfinder three-point check for accuracy, water-resistance and condition. It has also been referenced against technical documents and manufacturer records where possible to ensure authenticity and a clean history.

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Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
6 x Monthly Installment £ 437.50
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 0.00
Total Amount Payable £ 3,500.00
Typical APR 0.00%

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This is a pre-owned Longines Evidenza L2.643.4.73.4. It has a 40mm Steel case (measured across its width, excluding crown), a White Arabic dial, a Crocodile – Brown bracelet, and is powered by an Automatic Chronograph movement. The case has a 3333xxxx serial and paperwork is dated 01 November 2005, making it 6 years old. It originated in the UK, and comes with a comprehensive 12 month Watchfinder warranty.

This Longines has undergone the Watchfinder three-point check for accuracy, water-resistance and condition. It has also been referenced against technical documents and manufacturer records where possible to ensure authenticity and a clean history.

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The repayment results below are for guidance only

Cash Price £ 3,500.00
Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
6 x Monthly Installment £ 437.50
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 0.00
Total Amount Payable £ 3,500.00
Typical APR 0.00%

Pay just £95.29 for 36 months – 19.9% APR
Classic Credit over 36 Months

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Cash Price £ 3,500.00
Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
36 x Monthly Installment £ 95.29
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 805.44
Total Amount Payable £ 4,305.44
Typical APR 19.90%

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This is a pre-owned Longines Flagship 7119. It has a 21mm Yellow Gold Plated case (measured across its width, excluding crown), a White Baton dial, a Yellow Gold Plated bracelet, and is powered by a Quartz movement. The case has a 2530xxxx serial making it approximately 17 years old. It is supplied with box and a comprehensive 12 month Watchfinder warranty.

This Longines has undergone the Watchfinder three-point check for accuracy, water-resistance and condition. It has also been referenced against technical documents and manufacturer records where possible to ensure authenticity and a clean history.

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The repayment results below are for guidance only

Cash Price £ 3,500.00
Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
6 x Monthly Installment £ 437.50
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 0.00
Total Amount Payable £ 3,500.00
Typical APR 0.00%

Pay just £95.29 for 36 months – 19.9% APR
Classic Credit over 36 Months

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Cash Price £ 3,500.00
Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
36 x Monthly Installment £ 95.29
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 805.44
Total Amount Payable £ 4,305.44
Typical APR 19.90%

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This is a pre-owned Longines Grande Classique l4.635.4. It has a 33mm Steel case (measured across its width, excluding crown), a White Roman Numeral dial, a Steel bracelet, and is powered by a Quartz movement. The case has a 2848xxxx serial and paperwork is dated 04 July 2001, making it 10 years old. It originated in the UK, and comes complete with box. It is also supplied with a comprehensive 12 month Watchfinder warranty.

This Longines has undergone the Watchfinder three-point check for accuracy, water-resistance and condition. It has also been referenced against technical documents and manufacturer records where possible to ensure authenticity and a clean history.

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The repayment results below are for guidance only

Cash Price £ 3,500.00
Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
6 x Monthly Installment £ 437.50
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 0.00
Total Amount Payable £ 3,500.00
Typical APR 0.00%

Pay just £95.29 for 36 months – 19.9% APR
Classic Credit over 36 Months

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The repayment results below are for guidance only

Cash Price £ 3,500.00
Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
36 x Monthly Installment £ 95.29
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 805.44
Total Amount Payable £ 4,305.44
Typical APR 19.90%

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This is a pre-owned Longines Flagship L4.215.4.12.6. It has a 20mm Steel case (measured across its width, excluding crown), a White Baton dial, a Steel bracelet, and is powered by a Quartz movement. The case has a 3273xxxx serial making it approximately 5 years old. It is supplied with a comprehensive 12 month Watchfinder warranty.

This Longines has undergone the Watchfinder three-point check for accuracy, water-resistance and condition. It has also been referenced against technical documents and manufacturer records where possible to ensure authenticity and a clean history.

Finance illustrations
The repayment results below are for guidance only

Cash Price £ 3,500.00
Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
6 x Monthly Installment £ 437.50
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 0.00
Total Amount Payable £ 3,500.00
Typical APR 0.00%

Pay just £95.29 for 36 months – 19.9% APR
Classic Credit over 36 Months

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The repayment results below are for guidance only

Cash Price £ 3,500.00
Minimum Deposit £ 875.00
36 x Monthly Installment £ 95.29
Interest/Total Charge for credit £ 805.44
Total Amount Payable £ 4,305.44
Typical APR 19.90%

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In 2009, Swissair pilot, who has retired Harry Hoffman (Harry Hofmann) Museum of Longines. He took the opportunity to visit, his work in Switzerland, wearing a Longines Longines gift company. While this, please call 24 hours, Longines is the fifties of the twentieth century to separate groups of Swiss air pilot clock.

In the mid-twentieth century aviation industry, air navigation, a member of the task to the site and develop plans of aircraft.

Thus, a reliable clock pilot of essential equipment. Air can on the road back and forth through different time zones necessary, but sometimes I can not see the sun, the sun as a reference point is not, therefore, the need for an instrument that accurately display the time of day. Equipped with an airline pilot for 24 hours to overcome this problem.

Harry Hoffman as Swiss Air pilot, flying DC-4-type-type DC-6, DC-7s-type, DC-8 aircraft and Coronados until 1974, he was wearing the watch in the early fifties of the twentieth century Longines Swiss flag carrier dedicated to the production, clock engraved with the number 8237331, to move 37.9 seconds and hand Longines Central, with four to ten generations of the twentieth century, designed and built specifically for Longines in the pilot. Although this time Mr. Hoffman bottom cover engraved stainless steel case Swiss Swissair brand identity. Longines data showed that in 1953-1956 the national airline of Switzerland, for 70 hours to produce a limited edition. List of technical and Longines watch the pilots the same kind – produced in 1927 Longines Longines watches and second hand Musi Wei established in 1932 with production starting point the time to draw the matter.

 

As a professional who chose Swiss company re-launch of Longines watch this watch because of the historical significance and great functionality, but also for the aesthetics of this work is stable, the clock is named in the table view piano air 24 hours.

Longines L704.2 movement for 24 hours, an automatic movement, around the dial to walk around every 24 hours. A black dial with white Arabic numerals of 24, painted in bright luminous paint, and a ring-shaped minute scale rail, stainless steel case with a diameter of 47.50 mm. See indicator light shows time, and central seconds hand, the same as the original, easy to read with their use.

03:00 position Date display designer. protective sapphire dial, and the clock is transparent case back, open on the table, you can see the movement of delicate surgery. Carved on the inside back cover of the program, “1953-1956 Longines table laid for the Swiss carved Navigator cruise and watch the numbers.

 

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Watch dials that make use of a number of retrograde hands that display a lot of information are hard to pull off. They simply end up making dials look cluttered and really hard to read. So when a brand designs a watch with a dial that has a few retrograde hands, and it looks good – then there is reason to take notice. I first noticed the good looks of the Longines Master Collection Retrograde Moon Phases at Baselworld 2011 where it was being debuted. It immediately “spoke” to me, and I think others will like it as well.

Longines will offer the watch in a 41mm wide or 44mm wide steel case with a black or silvered dial. The dial is engraved with a decorative pattern. Inside the watch is a Swiss automatic movement that has four retrograde hands. These are for GMT time, the date, day, and seconds. The watch also has the time, moon phase indicator, and a day/night indicator. Really a lot going on, but it isn’t intimidating to look at. The watch is available on a black or brown alligator strap with a price of 3,500 Swiss Francs.

Ariel Adams publishes the wrist watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Longines Master Collection Retrograde Moon Phases Watch originally appeared on Luxist on Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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