Celebrating 70th Anniversary:
Longines Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve
To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the iconic CONQUEST collection, Longines unveils the CONQUEST HERITAGE CENTRAL POWER RESERVE, drawing inspiration from a legendary model of the late 1950s. Setting itself apart in the realm of watchmaking, this exceptional timepiece showcases a unique power reserve indicator displayed on rotating discs at the center of the dial. Offered in champagne, anthracite, or black variations, the three-part dial of the Conquest Heritage Power Reserve features twelve applied faceted hour markers in yellow gold, rose gold, or silver colors, adorning the fixed part of the dial; exemplifying the brand’s commitment to technical mastery and timeless sophistication. A tribute to audacity and creative ingenuity, the Conquest collection achieved a historic milestone as the first Longines watch line to receive protection for its name in 1954 from the Federal Intellectual Property Office in Berne, Switzerland.
Originally recognized for its self-winding capability and water resistance, the Conquest line has consistently been linked to the domains of sports and accomplishment. As a symbol of this conquering spirit, the collection saw a significant expansion in 1959 with the introduction of a distinctive power reserve indicator. Consisting of two rotating discs positioned at the dial’s center, this feature set the model apart. In honor of the Conquest collection’s 70th anniversary (1954-2024), Longines pays homage to this classic by unveiling the new Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve. Serving as a remarkable tribute to the historical model, the power reserve is showcased on two rotating discs at the dial’s center. This unique innovation, exclusively pioneered by Longines, places the power reserve indicator on the central uncoiling disc. Shaped like a baton widened at the top, it signifies the depletion level on the external coiling disc, graduated from ’64’ to ‘0’, providing insight into the remaining running time of the watch. The rewinding process can be achieved either by turning the crown or through wrist movement, causing the coiling disc to rotate. This continuous rotation alters the dial’s aesthetics, creating an original and poetic representation of the passage of time. The ingenuity of this mechanism pays homage to Longines’ rich history of watches with rotating discs, such as the hour-angle models developed for the aeronautical industry in the late 1920s.
Celebrating 70th Anniversary: Longines Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve
To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the iconic CONQUEST collection, Longines unveils the CONQUEST HERITAGE CENTRAL POWER RESERVE, drawing inspiration from a legendary model of the late 1950s. Setting itself apart in the realm of watchmaking, this exceptional timepiece showcases a unique power reserve indicator displayed on rotating discs at the center of the dial. Offered in champagne, anthracite, or black variations, the three-part dial of the Conquest Heritage Power Reserve features twelve applied faceted hour markers in yellow gold, rose gold, or silver colors, adorning the fixed part of the dial; exemplifying the brand’s commitment to technical mastery and timeless sophistication. A tribute to audacity and creative ingenuity, the Conquest collection achieved a historic milestone as the first Longines watch line to receive protection for its name in 1954 from the Federal Intellectual Property Office in Berne, Switzerland.
Originally recognized for its self-winding capability and water resistance, the Conquest line has consistently been linked to the domains of sports and accomplishment. As a symbol of this conquering spirit, the collection saw a significant expansion in 1959 with the introduction of a distinctive power reserve indicator. Consisting of two rotating discs positioned at the dial’s center, this feature set the model apart. In honor of the Conquest collection’s 70th anniversary (1954-2024), Longines pays homage to this classic by unveiling the new Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve. Serving as a remarkable tribute to the historical model, the power reserve is showcased on two rotating discs at the dial’s center. This unique innovation, exclusively pioneered by Longines, places the power reserve indicator on the central uncoiling disc. Shaped like a baton widened at the top, it signifies the depletion level on the external coiling disc, graduated from ’64’ to ‘0’, providing insight into the remaining running time of the watch. The rewinding process can be achieved either by turning the crown or through wrist movement, causing the coiling disc to rotate. This continuous rotation alters the dial’s aesthetics, creating an original and poetic representation of the passage of time. The ingenuity of this mechanism pays homage to Longines’ rich history of watches with rotating discs, such as the hour-angle models developed for the aeronautical industry in the late 1920s.
Adhering to the distinct circular theme of the Conquest collection, a delicate circular thread gracefully carries the faceted hour markers and serves as a separator for the minute track on the fixed dial. Notably, this model features a date display positioned at 12 o’clock within a date window adorned with a trapezoid-shaped applique. The skyscraper-style hour and minute hands, adopting the colors of the hour markers, exhibit a unique design and are coated with Super-LumiNova® for enhanced visibility. Reflecting the horological expertise and timeless sophistication of the iconic winged hourglass brand, the Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve is driven by the exclusive Longines L896.5 caliber, visible through the transparent screw-down case back. This self-winding mechanical movement, equipped with a silicon balance-spring and innovative components, offers magnetic resistance up to ten times greater than the ISO 764 benchmark standard. The redesigned 38 mm steel case, featuring a blend of satin-finished and polished surfaces, is crowned with a box sapphire crystal treated with multi-layer anti-reflective coating on both sides. The lugs have been reimagined for optimal ergonomics and comfort. The Conquest Heritage Power Reserve is offered with black or grey leather straps, complemented by a new steel pin buckle, consistent with the latest additions to the Conquest Heritage line.
Adhering to the distinct circular theme of the Conquest collection, a delicate circular thread gracefully carries the faceted hour markers and serves as a separator for the minute track on the fixed dial. Notably, this model features a date display positioned at 12 o’clock within a date window adorned with a trapezoid-shaped applique. The skyscraper-style hour and minute hands, adopting the colors of the hour markers, exhibit a unique design and are coated with Super-LumiNova® for enhanced visibility. Reflecting the horological expertise and timeless sophistication of the iconic winged hourglass brand, the Conquest Heritage Central Power Reserve is driven by the exclusive Longines L896.5 caliber, visible through the transparent screw-down case back. This self-winding mechanical movement, equipped with a silicon balance-spring and innovative components, offers magnetic resistance up to ten times greater than the ISO 764 benchmark standard. The redesigned 38 mm steel case, featuring a blend of satin-finished and polished surfaces, is crowned with a box sapphire crystal treated with multi-layer anti-reflective coating on both sides. The lugs have been reimagined for optimal ergonomics and comfort. The Conquest Heritage Power Reserve is offered with black or grey leather straps, complemented by a new steel pin buckle, consistent with the latest additions to the Conquest Heritage line.
The power reserve complication serves to display the duration for which a mechanical watch can operate autonomously without requiring manual winding. This intricate mechanism operates within the watch movement, where a spring stores the energy generated during winding. Subsequently, this stored energy is systematically released to drive the movement. The power reserve serves as an indicator, quantifying the duration during which the accumulated energy will sustain the watch’s timekeeping functionality without the need for additional winding. Typically, the power reserve is visually represented on the watch face, often denoted in hours.
It is never too late to celebrate significant moments. Head on over to any Swiss Watch boutiques to discover a wide selection of elegant timepieces from Longines.
The power reserve complication serves to display the duration for which a mechanical watch can operate autonomously without requiring manual winding. This intricate mechanism operates within the watch movement, where a spring stores the energy generated during winding. Subsequently, this stored energy is systematically released to drive the movement. The power reserve serves as an indicator, quantifying the duration during which the accumulated energy will sustain the watch’s timekeeping functionality without the need for additional winding. Typically, the power reserve is visually represented on the watch face, often denoted in hours.
It is never too late to celebrate significant moments. Head on over to any Swiss Watch boutiques to discover a wide selection of elegant timepieces from Longines.
