15 Best Longines Men’s Watches (Across ALL Categories)

From the realms of affordability to the pinnacles of opulence, Longines has consistently demonstrated its mastery in marrying design finesse with technical prowess. Each timepiece is an embodiment of the brand’s enduring legacy, dating back to 1832 when Auguste Agassiz set out to craft exceptional watches under the star-studded Swiss skies.

Our horological expedition will traverse through a splendid array of Longines timepieces, showcasing their distinct personalities and encapsulating the very essence of sophistication. From aviation-inspired wonders that harken to the golden age of flight to dive watches that plunge fearlessly into aquatic depths, our list is a symphony of styles and functionalities.

So, fasten your seatbelts, synchronize your chronographs, and prepare to be immersed in the world of Longines horology, where every tick and tock echoes the brand’s commitment to excellence. Let’s jump into the enchanting landscape of time, where Longines stands tall as a sentinel of style, substance, and Swiss watchmaking mastery.

Quality First – About Longines Watches

With roots reaching back to the early 19th century, Longines has ceaselessly orchestrated a symphony of watchmaking mastery. Its heritage is a tapestry woven with threads of innovation and precision, dating back to a time when pocket watches ruled the wrists of gentlemen.

Longines watches are the epitome of refined craftsmanship, a seamless blend of tradition and innovation. From intricately engraved dials to the dance of gears within, each timepiece is a canvas of meticulous artistry. The brand’s dedication to chronometric excellence has earned it coveted titles, including ‘The Watch of Elegance’ and ‘The Watch of Aviators’.

Why choose a Longines watch, you ask? Well, beyond the immaculate aesthetics lies a collection of reasons. It’s the embodiment of a rich legacy, a statement of personal style, and a testament to horological precision. Longines has curated a watch for every wrist and occasion. 

So, whether you’re drawn by the allure of history, the embrace of luxury, or the precision of Swiss craftsmanship, choosing a Longines watch isn’t merely owning a timepiece—it’s possessing a slice of time itself.

Spotting a Swiss Gem – What To Look For In Longines Men’s Watches

In the captivating world of horology, where precision and aesthetics entwine, Longines stands as a venerable titan, consistently crafting timepieces that bridge the gap between style and substance. 

As we embark on a journey through the 15 Best Longines Men’s Watches Across All Categories, let’s first equip ourselves with the art of making the right choice – because every wrist deserves a masterpiece.

Deciphering the Watch Purpose

Before you dive into the ocean of Longines offerings, take a moment to define the purpose your new wrist companion will serve. Are you seeking an elegant dress watch for black-tie affairs, a rugged sports watch for adventurous escapades, or perhaps a versatile daily wearer? The purpose will guide your selection, ensuring your watch resonates with your lifestyle.

Size & Proportions – The Perfect Fit

A harmonious blend of aesthetics and comfort, size matters when it comes to wristwatches. Longines offers diverse sizes across its collections, from contemporary 40mm cases to more substantial 44mm timepieces. Consider the proportions that suit your wrist; a dress watch might demand understated elegance, while a sporty chronograph could embrace a bolder presence.

Unraveling the Movement Type

The heart of every watch, the movement, dictates its performance and functionality. Longines crafts its watches with unparalleled precision, featuring automatic, quartz, and even mechanical chronograph movements. If you appreciate the intricate choreography of gears and springs, a mechanical movement might be your choice. For practicality and convenience, the accuracy of a quartz movement could be your ideal companion.

The Best Longines Men’s Watches

With all that said, here’s a list of the 15 best Longines men’s watches you can buy today:

1. Longines Hydroconquest (ref. L3.741.4.56.6)

I like to think of the Hydroconquest as Longines’ version of the Submariner – it’s an endlessly wearable, dynamic timepiece built for aquatic adventures. Its sleek black ceramic bezel and stainless steel case house the L888, Longines’ own reliable, automatic movement. 

The bold black dial features luminescent markers for clear underwater visibility, and with a water resistance of up to 300 meters, you’ll undoubtedly have every opportunity to make use of that glow. Retailing for a very fair $1,375, the HydroConquest perfectly balances style and functionality and is a great jumping-off point for those interested in exploring Swiss timepieces.

2. Longines Spirit Zulu Time (ref. L3.802.4.63.6)

The Spirit Zulu Time pays homage to aviation history with a distinctive dual-time function. Its robust stainless steel case houses an automatic movement that powers the GMT hand, allowing you to track two timezones effortlessly. The striking black dial and beige Super-LumiNova numerals provide excellent legibility, while the 3-link bracelet plays to the Zulu Time’s lightly sporty appeal.

Priced around $3,150, this watch is a true companion for globetrotters and a slightly more affordable stand-in for timepieces like the universally beloved Tudor Black Bay 58, which it resembles in more ways than one. Its measured contemporary design and sturdy build make this Longines an utterly valuable proposition.

3. Longines Flagship Heritage (ref. L4.795.4.78.2)

The Flagship Heritage is a simple yet sophisticated ticker with a silver dial that exudes elegance thanks in part to its gilt gold hands and applied gold indices. Complemented by a polished stainless steel case and brown leather strap, the Flagship Heritage is about as traditional by design as a modern watch comes.

Its automatic movement ensures precision, while the small seconds sub-dial adds a refined touch that again speaks to an older time. With a price tag of approximately $1,900, the Flagship Heritage captures the essence of Longines’ heritage and style – simple things done well without fixing what isn’t broken. You can’t go wrong with that…

4. Longines Master Collection Moonphase (ref. L2.673.4.78.3)

The Master Collection Moonphase blends artistry and mechanics to arrive at Longines’ busiest dial design of all time. Its moon phase complication adds a touch of celestial allure to the rich blue dial, as well as a dash of color. Housed in a stainless steel case and powered by an automatic movement, this watch offers day, date, and month functions across various sub-dials. 

The brown alligator leather strap completes the look, a balancing act between tradition and modernity. Retailing for $3,550, this timepiece is a lot of watch. Although it may be too numeral-heavy on the dial for some, others will love the Master Collection Moonphase for how informative it is.

5. Longines Heritage Classic Chronograph (ref. L2.830.4.93.0)

A nod to vintage racing, the Heritage Classic Chronograph exudes a suave sportiness, the likes of which are unmatched by other Longines timepieces. The panda-style dial features two contrasting sub-dials at 3 and 9, while the black leather strap adds a rugged charm. 

Blue numerals on the outer ring match up effortlessly with the blue seconds hands (yes, they’re on the sub-dials, too), and a black ring within the face creates a powerful contrast which I think defines this timepiece. Throw on a couple of pushers on either side of the crown, and you’re starting to look very sporty, indeed! 

The L895 self-winding mechanical movement powers the chronograph and functions flawlessly. With an approximate price of $3,425, this watch captures the spirit of motorsport while maintaining Longines’ signature sense of refinement.

6. Longines Conquest Quartz (ref. L3.759.4.58.6)

The Conquest Quartz embodies precision and performance in very similar ways to Rolex’s Explorer. In fact, one would be hard-pressed not to think of the famous Rolex when looking at the Conquest Quartz. Like the baseline Explorer, it’s got a black dial adorned with luminous markers and only a couple of numerals among indices, all enclosed within a stainless steel case. 

Unlike the Rolex, it’s got a date window and is powered by a quartz movement, which ensures affordability and fairly reliable timekeeping, while the stainless steel bracelet provides comfort and durability. Priced at $825, this watch offers unbeatable value for those seeking a blend of style and accuracy or for those who can’t yet afford their grail Rolex!

7. Longines Legend Diver (ref. L3.774.4.50.9)

Explore the depths of nostalgia with the Legend Diver, a reinterpretation of a 1960s icon that epitomizes unorthodox diver design. Lacking a bezel altogether, the Legend Diver has a simple black dial, divided up into two scales by Super-LumiNova markers – minutes on an inner ring and seconds at the edge of the dial. 

Retro hands pay homage to vintage dive watches in a simple yet effective manner, pushed by the automatic movement, which offers a power reserve of up to 64 hours. 

This is all encased in stainless steel and safe up to 300M underwater. The dimpled, black rubber strap completes the vintage aesthetic and grants wearers a world of comfort both above and below the surface. Retailing for $2,500, this watch is a slightly different diver for those who value individuality in the deep.

8. Longines Spirit Titanium (ref. L3.810.1.53.6)

The Spirit Titanium embodies modern resilience, and for Longines, it certainly represents the apex of their ‘everyday’ watches, at least in terms of durability. Its 40mm sandblasted titanium case and bracelet ensure a lightweight and durable experience without compromising on style. 

The black dial with beige numerals inspires a sense of antiquity and has excellent legibility, while the COSC-certified automatic movement guarantees near-absolute precision. With a price of $3,100, the Spirit Titanium is a watch that’s hard to beat. I only wish those stars on the dial didn’t make me think of a Holiday Inn…

9. Longines Master Collection Salmon Dial (ref. L2.843.4.93.2)

For the more discerning gentlemen among us, the Master Collection Salmon Dial offers a familiar kind of warmth and refinement. With a brushed, salmon-colored face as a striking centerpiece, complemented by a stainless steel case and gray alligator leather strap, this timepiece speaks most convincingly to old souls and suit-wears. 

The automatic movement powers the show, including a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock, and does so with aplomb. The engraved Arabic numerals are a detail not to be overlooked, as they represent the attention paid to each piece and certainly give this watch a unique edge over others on this list. 

Priced around $2,500, this watch is honestly underrated – I reckon we’ll be seeing a lot more of these in high-end collections over the coming years.

10. Longines Ultra-Chron (ref. L2.836.4.52.6)

If you’re a fan of the original Seiko 5 Sports watch (or the original 1968 Ultra-Chron Diver, for that matter), you will love Longines’ new Ultra-Chron, which stands as a testament to Longines’ pioneering legacy in sports timing. The black dial, marked with elegant silver indexes, is housed in a 43mm stainless steel case, the very shape of which evokes the spirit of the ‘60s.

The automatic movement boasts a high-frequency balance for enhanced accuracy, beating at 36,000 vph with a power reserve of 52 hours. It’s not a tech-savvy dive computer. Nor is it a showy Sea-Dweller. It’s a piece of Swiss history, revitalized to compete with modern standards. At $3,600, this is likely the most precise dive watch you’ll find at this price point, and it’s good up to 300 meters underwater, which is a lot more than some more expensive timepieces.

11. Longines Avigation Type A-7 (ref. L2.812.4.53.2)

Paying tribute to aviation history, the Avigation Type A-7 features an unconventional dial orientation (the numerals are rotated two ‘hours’ in the clockwise direction) for easy readability while flying. 

The deep black dial and large, lumed Arabic numerals exude a certain vintage charm, while the brown leather strap, cathedral hands, and embellished pusher crown add some authenticity in this regard. Longines’ automatic L788 movement brings to life 2 subdials – it’s a single-push chronograph mechanism, after all. Priced around $3,900, this watch is a must-have for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, and those of you who love something a bit different.

12. Longines Conquest 2023 (ref. L3.835.4.52.6)

The Conquest 2023 embraces modern elegance while painting the same spirit that it was imbued with upon the collection’s initial release in 1954. A jet-black dial hosts silver touches, 3 sub-dials, and a date display enclosed in a stainless steel case and bracelet. The watch’s bezel is smooth, black, and altogether unassuming, aside from the red font of the word ‘Tachymeter’ that labels its scale. 

At 42mm, it’s definitely wearable but does feel slightly larger than it should due to the crown and pushers that control the automatic L898 movement. With an approximate price of $3,650, the Conquest 2023 offers a true sports chronograph experience for a very approachable amount of money.

13. Longines Record (ref. L2.921.4.56.6)

Perhaps the most obvious choice for an everyday watch, the Record exemplifies Longines’ commitment to precision timekeeping and leisurely aesthetics. The matte black dial is housed in a stainless steel case, and the automatic movement is COSC-certified for exceptional accuracy. I’m a huge fan of the numerals on even numbers and indices at odd-hour markers and how the gilt gold hands and details on the dial contrast so tastefully with the matte black backdrop. 

This is an ingeniously well-designed timepiece, no doubt. This is exhibited in many ways, least of all by the fact that it takes you a second look to even notice that there are 2 pushers on the Record. Priced around $3,125, the Record, I would argue, does what no other watch on this list can – it succeeds in walking the tightrope between smart and casual effortlessly without sacrificing technical prowess.

14. Longines Hydroconquest Two Tone (ref. L3.742.3.96.7)

If the stainless steel Hydroconquest is a Longines ‘Submariner’, this two-tone version is the 1980s Longines Sub reinvented. The combination of stainless steel and rose gold elements exudes luxury almost to a fault, conjuring up images of ‘Money Never Sleeps’ Wall Street broker types in Gucci suits and 80s Ferraris. 

This isn’t necessarily a bad thing – this is definitely an eye-catching watch. The black face and bezel insert do well to taper some of the outward garishness that the two-tone displays in its own right, while splashes of white on the dial make everything feel a bit lighter. More easygoing, if you will. It’s not all flash, though – equipped with a quartz movement, the new Hydroconquest retails for a cool $1,250, making it an astonishingly affordable Swiss timepiece that feels like it’s worth far more.

15. Longines Spirit Flyback Chronograph (ref. L3.821.4.53.6)

The Spirit Flyback Chronograph combines contemporary design with the impressive functionality of a flyback chronograph, or a ‘retour en vol’, as the French call it.  Instead of having to be reset between timings, the flyback chronograph just takes one push, and it restarts immediately. Handy, time-saving watch-geekery at its best! 

The black dial boasts bold Arabic numerals and two sub-dials, while the stainless steel case and bracelet grant the watch a certain sturdiness among contemporary peers. Much like the bezel on the Conquest 2023, this watch’s bezel is unidirectional and very understated, which adds to its impressively ambiguous design.

Powered by the caliber L791, an automatic movement, the flyback chronograph complication is perhaps the coolest complication on this list, even if most people who own this watch rarely use its timer functions. Being the most pricey timepiece on the list is another unique thing about the Spirit Flyback – at $4,550, it’s not cheap, but somebody had to put that flyback movement together, and believe me, it took them a while.

The Swiss Connection – Let Longines Be Your Friend

In the tapestry of horology, where precision meets passion, these watches stand as a symphony of both style and substance. From the Avigation Type A-7 to the timeless elegance of the Flagship Heritage, each timepiece is a testament to Longines’ mastery. 

We explored purpose-driven choices, the dance of size and proportions, and the heartbeats of various movement types. Longines watches aren’t just instruments to measure time; they’re part of the very DNA of horology, so to dismiss them (in the way that so many do) as ‘cheap’ or ‘unimpressive’ is, evidently, a fool’s errand. 

With Swiss craftsmanship coursing through their veins, these watches are more than accessories; they’re guardians of legacy, whispers of innovation, and echoes of elegance. We should all own a Longines, I think. And there are plenty here to choose from!