A link that unites history and innovation, the Longines Spirit model takes up the characteristics of watches intended for pilots, to which current lines and codes are added. And this, without ceasing to give continuity to the precision instruments created by the brand with which to accompany the greatest explorers in their conquest of the air, seas or land. The new Longines Spirit Flyback claims its legacy and the chrono patent with this particular functionality for measuring short times.
historical patent
Launched three years ago, this collection has continued to be enriched with steel and titanium to, today, add a new piece that integrates the flyback function, a feature inextricably linked to the winged watch brand’s wealth of heritage. This function offers pilots a practical and fast device to successively time the different phases of the flight, thus making navigation easier. Longines produced the first models with this feature in 1925.and patented it on June 12, 1935. On the day of its registration, June 16, 1936It was a real world first.
The current version of the Longines Spirit Flyback is powered by a new exclusive Longines caliber, resistant to magnetism and with a silicon spiral. This extremely precise movement with a 68-hour power reserve is chronometer certified by el COSC. The transparent case back reveals all the details of the caliber, including a personalized surface engraved with the typical wheel of the collection. Longines Spirit and with the name Longines Flyback.
The 42mm steel case It features a bidirectional ceramic bezel fitted with luminescent markers. It is available with a black or blue dial and features bronze-colored and SuperLuminova-coated hands and numerals. It comes with a steel bracelet or a leather or textile strap. The great legacy of the brand of pilot watches in all its splendor.
Motion:
Lime. L791.4 automatic
Function:
flyback chronograph
Box:
Maple 42 mm; 100 meters
Cover:
blue or black
Correa:
Brown leather/ Blue textile/ Steel with interchangeable system