The latest chapter in the storied history of Longines, the Longines Spirit Flyback collection, is here to impress. Adorned with 18-carat yellow and rose gold accents and available in two stunning dial shades of green and brown, these timepieces capture the pioneering spirit that has defined the brand since its inception.
The Longines Spirit Flyback chronographs aren’t just beautiful—they are technologically advanced, bringing the innovation of the flyback complication into the modern era. Introduced by Longines in the 1920s and patented in 1936, the flyback function revolutionized the aviation industry by allowing pilots to measure consecutive intervals of time quickly and efficiently. Unlike a traditional chronograph, the flyback enables the seconds hand to instantly reset to zero and start timing again with just one press of a button, streamlining navigation and ensuring precision.
A Tribute to Longines’ Aviation Legacy
These newest additions to the Longines Spirit Flyback line celebrate the brand’s deep ties to aviation. The pilot-inspired watches feature bidirectional rotating bezels, ceramic inserts, and pushers crafted from luxurious 18-carat gold. The green-dial model boasts yellow gold details, while the brown-dial model is accented by rose gold, giving each watch a distinct and refined aesthetic.
The dials, finished in shaded matt green or brown, are protected by a multi-layer anti-reflective sapphire crystal, ensuring clarity in any environment. The gold hands and numerals, coated in Super-LumiNova® Old Radium, maintain legibility whether on the ground or in the skies. Both models are equipped with a small sub-seconds dial at 9 o’clock and a 30-minute timer at 3 o’clock.
The Heart of the Timepiece: Longines Calibre L791.4
At the core of these exceptional timepieces is the Longines calibre L791.4. This automatic movement is a marvel of modern watchmaking, boasting a silicon balance-spring that is 10 times more resistant to magnetic fields than standard movements. With a remarkable power reserve of 68 hours and chronometer certification by the COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres), these watches exemplify precision and performance.
The transparent case back offers a glimpse of the calibre in action, complete with a yellow or rose gold oscillating weight engraved with the globe—an emblem of the Longines Spirit collection.
Designed for Durability and Style
Not only are these watches visually stunning, but they are also built to withstand demanding conditions. Water-resistant to 10 bar (100 meters) and available with leather straps in matching green or brown, these timepieces blend functionality with undeniable luxury.
A Legacy of Innovation
Longines continues to build on its rich heritage of innovation, crafting watches that combine timeless elegance with modern advancements. All Longines automatic timepieces are equipped with silicon balance-springs, which are lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and impervious to temperature changes and magnetic fields. This technology extends the life of the watches and allows Longines to offer an impressive 5-year guarantee on these models.
The Longines Spirit Flyback collection serves as a testament to the brand’s enduring commitment to precision, performance, and elegance. Whether for an aviator or a connoisseur of fine watches, these models bring history and innovation together, making them a must-have addition to any collection. —Vita Daily
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