Vintage Longines Conquest Bicolor Watch — Fluted Bezel (1980s)
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Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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Longines Conquest Two-Tone: the Swiss dress watch with fluted bezel and integrated bracelet
This Longines watch belongs to the Conquest line, one of the historic collections of the Swiss maison founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier. Unisex, it can be worn by both a man and a woman. Its two-tone case combines a steel case with a gold-plated fluted bezel, whose rounded crown-like segments form the piece’s visual signature. The case measures 32mm (34mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 34mm and a thickness of just 5.2mm. A remarkably slim watch, made to slip under a cuff.
The silvered dial is structured around a numbered minute track, printed around the periphery in increments of five, which gives it an unexpectedly technical look for a dress piece. Applied gilt baton indexes punctuate the outer edge, interrupted by small applied dots that catch the light. The date window is positioned at 3 o’clock. Longines’ winged hourglass and the maison name occupy the upper part of the dial, with Quartz at the bottom. Two gilt hands and a fine blackened seconds hand complete the display.
At its heart beats the Longines L161 caliber, a Swiss quartz movement with three hands and date, built on an ETA base. It is a reliable and thoroughly documented caliber, making servicing straightforward with any watchmaker: in practice, a battery change is all that is required. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipment.
On the wrist, the two-tone integrated bracelet extends the case seamlessly: steel links enhanced with grooved gold-plated inserts, secured by a Buckle deployant clasp. This very 1980s two-tone language pairs equally well with a gold wedding band or a steel signet ring. The bracelet is original and fits a wrist up to 16cm; an extension can be added for a larger wrist.
Three points to note
- The gold-plated fluted bezel is the signature of this Conquest: its rounded crown-like segments immediately set it apart from a standard smooth bezel.
- The original bracelet fits a wrist up to 16cm. An extension can be added if necessary: please write to us before purchase.
- The gold plating on the bezel and links shows visible wear consistent with the age of the piece. We prefer to disclose it rather than embellish it.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Longines
- Model: Conquest
- Reference: 4940
- Estimated year: 1980s
- Origin: Switzerland
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Swiss quartz, Longines L161 caliber
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date at 3 o’clock
- Case: Two-tone, steel with gold-plated fluted bezel (steel base), round shape
- Dimensions: 32mm (34mm with the crown)
- End-to-end distance: 34mm
- Thickness: 5.2mm
- Lug width: 17mm
- Crown: Gold-plated, original
- Dial: Silvered, applied gold-tone baton indexes, numbered minute track, winged hourglass Longines, original
- Hands: Gold-tone (hours, minutes), blackened seconds hand, original
- Crystal: Mineral, in excellent condition (9/10)
- Bracelet: Integrated two-tone, steel and gold-plated, wrist size up to 16cm maximum, extension can be added, original
- Buckle: Steel folding clasp, original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition: Well-preserved condition. Clean silvered dial, hands and date window intact. The gold-plating on the bezel and bracelet links, however, shows visible wear from use, consistent with the age of the piece.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Movement: Checked quartz movement, new battery, 1-year warranty
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
What is the Longines Conquest line?
The Conquest is one of Longines' historic collections, born in the 1950s and since produced in many forms, both mechanical and quartz. It brings together watches with a refined design, halfway between dress and sporty, designed for everyday wear. This example is an ultra-thin two-tone version from the 1980s, with a fluted bezel and integrated bracelet.
What is a fluted bezel?
Fluting consists of rounded, domed segments arranged in a crown, a decorative motif inherited from goldsmithing. On this Conquest, they encircle the dial with a gold-plated ring that catches the light in successive facets. It is the most characteristic feature of this piece, the one that makes it identifiable at first glance.
Is the Longines L161 caliber reliable?
Yes. The L161 is a Swiss three-hand quartz movement with date, built on an ETA base. It is precisely what makes it so strong: the caliber is fully documented and its parts remain accessible, making servicing simple with any watchmaker. In practice, a battery change is all that is needed. The movement in this example has been checked by our watchmaker and is guaranteed for 1 year.
Is this Longines Conquest water-resistant?
No. Water resistance is never guaranteed on a vintage watch: the original gaskets have aged and the case back pressure is no longer what it was on day one. Avoid the shower, the pool, and the sea. However, brief contact with rainwater does not pose any difficulty.
Which wrist does this watch suit?
With a 32mm case and a Lug-to-lug of 34mm, this Conquest is a versatile dress format, discreet on both a masculine and a feminine wrist. Please note, however: the original bracelet fits a wrist circumference of up to 16cm maximum. If yours is larger, an extension can be added by a watchmaker; write to us before your purchase.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being offered for sale: verification of authenticity, checking the conformity of the components, identification of any modification or replacement of original parts.
If any element has been replaced during the life of the watch (dial, hands, crown, Crystal, strap), we systematically indicate it in the product sheet. You buy knowing the exact history of your piece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your Atelier Victor invoice serves as a certificate of authenticity: it attests to the origin and conformity of the piece, and is covered by our lifetime authenticity guarantee — if a piece sold by Atelier Victor were found to be non-authentic, it would be fully refunded, with no time limit.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer starting from €1,000.
Does the strap not suit you? Add the strap of your choice to your order: we will fit it to your watch before shipment, at no fitting charge.
International Shipping
Shipped within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination. Delivery in 2 to 6 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Free delivery from €1,000 of purchase, as well as on the Jewelry Atelier Victor
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
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For full details, please consult our return policy.
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