A Fantastic Do it All Swiss Watch for Just North of $1,000 - Longines Conquest 39mm
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- Опубликовано: 6 окт 2024
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I preferer so much this one over the new Conquest 2023
This and the hydroconquest are so underrated. I'm happy that you are giving this watch its due.
I think Longines should make a 36mm, No Date version to rival the Explorer. I know I’d be all over that particular model.
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All the best
Ali
I think there a lot of women’s watches in that size.
An absolutely killer watch with increadable specs. I purchased the Conquest in 41mm--I'm so happy I did! The 72 power reserve and 300 meters of water resistant is steller, especially for the price. This is an extremely versatile watch that can be worn for any occasion. Value, heritage, and versatility is what this watch is all about.
How's the lume?
@@carlosraygoza9153very weak
I’ve had this watch for a few years. Doesn’t get much YT love, but it’s fantastic. Feels so much more expensive than it is, but it is realistic to wear everyday. I never get bored with this, and it makes me feel good. Lume is a bit rubbish, but I forgive it, as it’s gorgeous.
I have one on the way.. ordered a month ago. Is the line functional? Doesn't have to be Seiko lume, but is it doable?
Much as I love my watch, it is the best I have. It is comfortable, smart, quality, so so accurate, the lume on mine is barely visible.
Hey,
Do you still own the watch? If yes i would very much like to know, is it really a magnet for scratches as claimed by some watch enthusiasts?
Thanks.
Still got it. Still love it. I am careful with it, but it doesnt have a mark. Every bit as tough, as the big divers.
I just bought this watch and I am thrilled. So elegant and sporty. Looks great with a suit or casual clothes. Respected brand but not something I see everyday. Quality is evident you would need to pay so much more to find a comparable watch.
Kind of wish they have a 36mm variant of this, just like the Rolex Explorer 36mm. The 47mm lug to lug actually just rides a smidge too large for my tiny wrists.
I have gained a new appreciation for Longines recently. Some of their reissues have been aesthetically great and movement wise very competent.
Lovely watch. It has a slow burn that grows with you over time. Hidden gem that not many people are talking about.
I really want to buy the blue version of it. The raised indices make it so good looking. Can't afford it yet, but almost guaranteed, the conquest will be my next expensive watch.
I just bought the blue one yesterday! Waiting on delivery as I write….🤤😍👍🏼
Fantastic watch, i have this piece for 2 years, and i love it every day. Very good quality, looks good on hand, looks not cheap, fantastic watch from Longines. I love this brand. Much better then TISSOT.
Finally found one. This specific model (39mm, auto, black) is on back order everywhere, even direct from Longines. I found only one AD that actually has one, brand new, in stock ready to ship. All others have a huge lead time (weeks) before delivery. The one I found?…..3 days. Maybe Longines will be discontinuing this model. Anyway, I now own it and it has easily become my favorite in a modest collection of 6. I see reviews of the Rolex Explorer and every time I’m glad I went in this direction. The value/money prop is just insane. Love this dial.
Great watch. Love mine. Scratched the Explorer itch for me. Love that case back too: The very oldest of old school emblems! (Oldest trademarked brand emblem.)
I got this watch because of you, TB! Was looking for that perfect entry-level Swiss for $1000. Love the 39mm fit and Explorer DNA.
I’m considering this piece. I notice you left your comment 5 months ago, I’m wondering what your semi-long term opinion is at this point. Likes? Dislikes?
Thx 😊👍🏼
I’m getting one this week, so blue or black?
I got it, with the blue dial. It's just supreme. One downside: the bracelet links are way too big and adjusting sometimes needs to be done with half-link. Mind you, the blue dial has no hands luminosity, while the black one shines at night. The blue dial is a little bit more elegant and suite-able, while the black is more sporty and versatile. I'm actually considering switching them.
I just ordered this watch as a self-gift to celebrate a personal achievement, can't wait. Seems like a nice step-up from a Tissot or Hamilton, and it will keep me happy until I finally buy my Oyster Perpetual.
A really good alternative to the explorer. Definitely next in the collection
I own this watch for more than 3 years. It´s my everyday beater and I can´t imagine more versatile and more reliable watch for this price (I bought it for just 960 €)
literally in love with this watch, black dial is my favourite right now, my only wish was that used applied markers for it, (i dont need lume), great video as always, thanks for covering this one Teddy!
Explorer-ish dial. I like it, and the 39 mm is the right decision. Kudos to Longines, this and the Flagship Heritage can make a great collection!
Bought the 41mm, black leather strap version of this yesterday... A real stunner!
The more and more I view this the more and more I like it. For myself I think the quartz would be the way to go.
Love the looks and I would be hard pressed NOT to buy the VHP quartz but the un-lumed 12 and 6 just look unfinished.
Longines would do well to offer a version of this witout those arabics. Amazed they haven't by now, it would be so easy to produce an all baton option. Those chunky numbers put me off, years and years ago when I was seriously considering one.
Teddy, you are the best. I have recently bought this model, my decision being largely supported by your opinion. Among all the watchmakers that you review and appreciate, I miss the Atlantic. Definitively worth looking into.
Super sharp. Longines doesn't disappoint. My Bigeye keeps crazy good time. Within 2 seconds.
This is an interesting option, I enjoy the high polish shiny bezel as it adds an element of flash to the design. Quality of the brushing and polishing appears to be quite nice for the price as well. I like the dimensions too it makes for a pretty wearable watch. May have to add this one to my collection down the road here!
If you've got the Explorer itch, this could definitely help scratch it. Thanks, Teddy.
Hey teddy. This is a great watch. I just wish they had applied markers like some of their other models. Please could you review the omega seamaster 300 diver. Love to hear your take on it. Keep up the great work
Oh SNAP! I was about to impulse buy it and never noticed that the indeces are painted 🎨 😅 THANK YOU FOR POINTING THIS! 🤟
The blue and silver dial variants both have applied indices. For some odd reason the black dial one does not!
O had ordered a black, switched to the blue dial because this comment reminded that the numbers on the blacl dial are painted
There must be a reason why they didn't apply the indices on the black dial?! Maybe for legibility or something like that idk
@@nicolofurlan2278 black version has lume, the other don't
I was planning to get Tudor Ranger or Rolex Explorer until I saw this video. Changed my mind totally.
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The jump between 34mm quartz and 39mm auto is probably the only snag point. Had they made a 36/37mm auto just $100 less than the 39mm, this would have been superior to an explorer in nearly every single aspect.
I wholeheartedly agree. I wish so much that more watches were available in the 36/37mm range :(
i agree, but still prefer 4hz beat over more power. just me though.
@@squanto9055 I'd be happier with a 35mm 100m 10mm thick quartz model. Perfection
If buy it if it was 37mm.. right now.
39 mm is perfect for an everyday do it all watch. Explorer or no Explorer!
My new Hydroconquest with L888 movement runs accurately within 1 second a day. Pretty good!
I'm really taken by this watch, I am visually disabled and the legibility of the dial is excellent. The only downsides I see are the lume and lug sizes. I must get to an AD. Excellent presentation as usual Teddy. I didn't k ow you were named after my dog! See thumbnail. 😀
Yup … definitely on my hit list.
I’ve been looking for The One (Longines) and this one’s the one.
Thanks for sharing. Hope you have continued success in 2022.
Just bought the blue one, it looks great!!
Beautiful watch. I have the black 41mm quartz version.
Just received mine, exactly like the one on the review, loved it as much as my Grand Seiko SBGR253, Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra and Tudor Black Bay 41, what a great watch.
The Conquest is a good choice. There is a steal of a watch in the Longines Master Collection - there's a bona fide annual calendar watch for less than US$3k in that series. Suggest that said watch be highlighted.
Teddy likes this watch so mich that he made 2 different videos ot it in 2 months.
This watch is amazing piece that is classy and will hold value great
I’m so glad you covered this. I’ve been considering buying it for some time but haven’t stumbled across too many reviews of the smaller automatic version.
Awesome review, as always.
When it comes to fine imitation watches, gussl delivers. I've bought from them several times, and I've never been let down.
I own a Longines Master Collection Day date, and I absolutely love it👌
Also worth mentioning it has a silicon hairspring so good anti magnetic properties.
This is going to be my next watch, in the 30mm auto version. Perfect size for me and a great GADA watch. Best part is the 300m water resistance
That 12 looks funny like the 1 and 2 are different fonts. Otherwise amazing watch.
A great video idea would be a handful of watches with clasps that have glide lock adjustments, diver adjustments, etc. such as Rolex, Monta, some Omega models, etc. That feature has become one of the top things I look at whenever purchasing a new watch. Thanks!
Wonderful, thorough review-thank you. Truly a “do it all” watch. Own a 41 mm black dial w GMT 28000hz movement, has been rock solid. Considering this watch as well but the lack of applied markers and the polished center links which highlight scratches have made me hesitate. Appears to be a very popular watch as now quite hard to find in stock.
This watch is certainly an "all arounder"! Happy New Year to all!👍🏽✌🏽
If someone looked at this watch and wasnt watch smart and replaced the name with Rolex you couldn't tell the difference nice looking watch and a Rolex explorer 1 or 2 is 8 thousand dollars great video
Thank you yet again, Teddy, for mining the jewels in the Longines catalog. More, please! All my best.
Really nice watch, it's a tough toss up between the Tissot gentleman and this for me, price aside I really like the look of this one!!!
Then Longines is in another league, a real step up from Tissot for not much more.
The name, the water resistance, the movement, the finishing, basically everything much nicer.
@@marvinberwart cool, I guess so I am just entering the mechanical watch world, seeing them both in the swatch group I thought they would have a few similarities but I appreciate the step up in quality, and this piece has infinitely greater water resistance as you've pointed out....definitely a better choice, as you say for not much more.......
Both great looking but Longines has a better movement (upgraded ETA 2892 rather than upgraded 2824) and nicer bracelet.
@@MrZanzibar123 fair enough, I am enjoying this rabbit hole of knowledge into the Swiss mechanical watch world, thanks for the information.....
I was in this same dilemma, and I love Tissot and the Powermatic 80, but the Longines is the better watch. Not only in the specs - which are better by far - but also the design, which is a thing of its own, while the Gentleman is yet another Rolex OP homage.
Really cool watch. But I can't understand why Longines continues to use the stupid clasps with no micro ajust. If the clasp has quick ajust the watch will be a killer!
What a way !!! I am with vodka now & enjoying your superb presentation !!!
Good that someone 😌 cares about the Swiss Made watches. Dropped Seiko as being a childish brand several years ago. A 3 watch collection is one decision that I'm proud and happy of: an Omega 300 white, a Tudor and a Longines Silver Arrow
The printed indices on the black dial ruins the entire watch for me. The blue dial version has applied indices, which are far superior.
Perfect alternative to a Rolex Explorer
Why is the "1" on the 12 hour marker higher than the "2"?! It's not aligned, massive aesthetical flaw
If you look at the watch on Longine's site and enlarge it, the 1 is not higher than the 2. You can see this by laying a straight edge over the top of the 2. The fact it appears higher here is an artifact most likely of the video process either on Baldassare's end or RUclips's. There's also an optical illusion factor where the slightly curved horizontal top of the 2 just strikes the eye as lower than the vertical of the 1.
@@Watchamacallit No, check out this video:
ruclips.net/video/sH8AekHruVw/видео.html
Holy shit, it's actually horrendous
@@greenteaenjoyer9068You're pointing to another video. I repeat, look at a site where there's a still close-up of the watch face either Longine's, Jomashop or whatever. Place a ruler or credit card on the top edge of the "2" and you'll see that none of the "1" is visible. I agree however that Longiness made a graphic mistake. They should have shortened the "1" to eliminate the illusion.
@@Watchamacallit Its the same on their website. Me linking another video is proof enough btw. Never seen this on any other watch
It's because the font and the way the top of the "2" slopes down makes it *appear* it's shorter, but in fact both are same height. The very top of the 2 and the 1 are both at same height if you place a straight edge over them to check.
Is this a re-upload and where is the other Longines video, covering the Hydroconquest?
Longings always made nice watches. Great pice for a very nice watch.
Very nice 👌🏽 unfortunately your site currently doesn’t have it in stock. I had it in my cart ready to check out only to realize later that it was no longer available. I hope to see it up again soon!
39mm by 19mm lugs is a hard pass for my 8in wrist. I may look at the bigger size
I originally bought this watch to scratch the Explorer itch but I decided to sell it. The simple bevel-less case, blobby printed "paint pen" indicies, hard-to-access crown, blocky chapter ring, and loud "12" and "6" numerals make this watch feel cheaper in the metal and more like a fashion watch than a dressy tool watch. If someone is looking for a dressy-modern-sports watch, I think you can get some better alternatives like the Ball Engineer II Ohio, Monta Triumph, or you can stretch for a Tudor BB36 and put the issue to bed.
It's basically the Hydroconquest without a dive bezel and clasp.
The 38 mm is not listed on a the Longines website. Smallest is 42mm at this time.
What an absolutely gorgeous, powerful, practical watch , if it had a micro adjust within the clasp I would buy one straight away . What a shame .
I wish this size had the white face!
A very handsome piece. Thanks for sharing Teddy!
can you make a video about the oris aquis datt watt it's a watch that I would consider a grail watch because of the diving\space vibes it gives 😎👍
Great looking watch. Was comparing to the Tissot Ballade Silicium, Hamilton Jazzmaster, Hamilton Viewmatic, Orient Star Basic Date
Ordered a blue one. Should be here in few weeks!
I was between this and the Sinn 556A - I got the Sinn. I love the Conquest (on a leather strap) but that polished bezel looks like a scratch magnet 🧲 AND 19mm lug to lug? Wish my Sinn had the Longines movement though. Great review guys.
I'm in the same situation right now. I'm looking at the 556I and the black Conquest. I think the Longines might be better value because of the longer power reserve and 300m wr, but the Sinn feels more like a everyday piece with less polished surfaces.
Hey Marek 👍 I love the Sinn, it makes me happy when I put it on. One of the other factors for me was the pre owned market. I felt that I could add the Conquest at a later date as there seem to be many good ones available at pre owned prices 👍
19mm is actually the correct lug width for a 39mm case
@@Ferien7 nonsense
@@chrisarrondelle8181 sense
I would have liked to see them include the 9 on the dial like the hydro but keep this bezel.
You ROCK Teddy!!!!!
I have this watch it’s Boss as hell I allways have people asking me about it. It’s +4 a day
Why is it that you can have either applied indices without lume OR printed indices with it, but not both (applied and lumed)? Is it Longines way to cut some corners? Whatever the reason it's disappointing.
for half the price I would buy it in a heartbeat
Try a non Swiss-made watch
@@Sean-me4fv No thanks
I really wish they'd have made it applied markers with lume and the arabics similar to the Hydroconquest
I'm starting to see the 39mm version of this watch disappear ...at least in Black and Blue dial variations. They are not available on your e-commerce site and Longines only has the Silver dial version marketed on their site. Has the 41mm taking the place of the 39mm?
I'll buy this watch by the way, thank you Teddy...
I'm in the market for this but deciding between the blue and black dial is killing me. Blue my favourite colour with applied indices but I do like the lume on the black
I have the quartz model
And i love him
Not a particularly original design in my opinion. Very similar Explorer design markers. I don’t like the crown set up, as I find some of these really fiddly at times. However, it is a clean look and at the price point not bad value at all considering the ETA engine.
Debating between this and the Hydroqoncquest.
It kind of bothers me that the black dials indices and numbers aren't applied but it's applied in the blue. If the black had that I wouldn't even question the black 😭
Great watch and even greater having present the price for what it offers; but there is something I can't understand at all. Why the heck the blue dial version has applied indexes WITHOUT luminiscence and the black dial version has printed indexes trying to IMITATE the applied indexes from the blue version, but with luminiscence exactly where they could add in the REAL INDEXES from the blue dial version. I don't know what a kind of twisted mind could think this was a good idea.... Besides, I would like to see the Longines symbol applied rather than printed and smaller arabic numeral indexes, it would make the watch remain sportive but, at the same time, the watch would gain in terms of elegance.
Love the watch, but those crown guards? Not so much
I was 'this' close to a 39mm buy, BUT....... the bling like polish, painted indices (is it a big deal tho?) and the19m lug width is making me stop. I've seen other sites show 20mm lugs, and wish this were the case. I doubt there are 2 versions.
I'd expect TB to know this and the Longines website also shows 19. Bummer.
I like a lot this watch. Resembles the explorer. Not sure the price point though. Is a Longines Conquest ($1300) worth the price as it doubles in price a Tissot Gentlement ($650)?
I would buy this watch if the center part of the bracelet wasn't polished
What's the lug width for the 41mm?
I see the 39 is 19mm
The 43 is 22mm?
Wondering if the 41mm is 20 or 21mm lug width.
The sweep most definitely is less smooth than if this were 28,800. It doesn’t matter in my book tho.
4hz > double power.
Hi Teddy, do you know if Longines will produce HydroConquest with ceramic bezel also in 39mm size? currently it is only available in larger sizes from 41mm onwards ...
I am a sucker for applied hour markers and frame window....if this just had it, it would be SO much nicer!
Check out the blue dial version. It has the applied hour markers. Teddy has a separate review of it.
Teddy, if you compare the Longines Conquest with the Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80, which one would you buy and for what reason(s)?
What is the reference number? I cant seem to find an automatic version of this nowadays
Which is the better watch - this or the Sinn 556A?
Can this watch use for diving ? screw down crown ? Extra link for diving ?
I've never had a screw down crown before, Is it possible to still turn the crown without unscrewing it to centre the crown logo?