Longines The Longines Master

History

Longines, the brand known for manufacturing luxury watches, came into being around two centuries back. It was brought into existence by Auguste Agassiz in the year 1832. Based in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, the firm is owned by the renowned Swatch Group. Its exclusive collection of watches are famous world over.

Design

The Longines L2.518.5.77.7 that may be graced on both male and female wrist boasts of a beautiful design. It comes with a white dial studded with diamond hour markers that are surrounded with golden squares. The gold coloured hour, minute and second hands complement the white dial perfectly. The dial is outlined with a gold colour bezel that renders it a classic look. Longines emblem that shines on the dial enhances the watch’s look further. Its bracelet is made of stainless steel with beautiful gold pattern. The watch comes with a 36 mm case which is made of stainless steel.

Features

This innovatively designed watch from Logines Master Collection Unisex comes with self winding automatic movement. This means the mainspring in this watch is wound mechanically seeking energy from the natural motion of its wearer’s arm. Its dial is protected with the strong sapphire crystal which is scratch resistant. This material cannot bear scratches unless rubbed with a piece of pure diamond. The Longines L2.518.5.77.7 is water resistant up to 30 meters. It also has the useful date feature. The date window rests underneath the 3 o’ clock position.

Associations

Longines watches and chronographs have been associated with various sports. Gymnastics, horse riding, skiing, basketball, tennis and aeronautics are some of the sports with which this brand shares a special connection. Longines has sponsored various events for these sports. It has timed Tour de France and is also associated with Formula One Race.