{"product_id":"longines-conquest-acier-or-1980s","title":"Vintage Longines Conquest Bicolor Watch — Fluted Bezel (1980s) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLongines Conquest Two-Tone: the Swiss dress watch with fluted bezel and integrated bracelet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Longines watch belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eConquest\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003etwo-tone\u003c\/strong\u003e case combines a steel case with a \u003cstrong\u003egold-plated fluted bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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 \u003cstrong\u003e5.2mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. A remarkably slim watch, made to slip under a cuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esilvered dial\u003c\/strong\u003e 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’ \u003cstrong\u003ewinged hourglass\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its heart beats the \u003cstrong\u003eLongines L161 caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the \u003cstrong\u003etwo-tone integrated bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gold-plated fluted bezel is the signature of this Conquest: its rounded crown-like segments immediately set it apart from a standard smooth bezel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original bracelet fits a wrist up to 16cm. An extension can be added if necessary: please write to us before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-longines-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our Vintage Longines watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-500-1000\"\u003eSee our vintage watches from €500 to €1000\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conquest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4940\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men's and women's watch (Unisex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swiss quartz, Longines L161 caliber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, date at 3 o’clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tone, steel with gold-plated fluted bezel (steel base), round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32mm (34mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd-to-end distance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvered, applied gold-tone baton indexes, numbered minute track, winged hourglass Longines, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone (hours, minutes), blackened seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, in excellent condition (9\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated two-tone, steel and gold-plated, wrist size up to 16cm maximum, extension can be added, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel folding clasp, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Checked quartz movement, new battery, 1-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Longines Conquest line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a fluted bezel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFluting 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Longines L161 caliber reliable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Longines Conquest water-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich wrist does this watch suit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Longines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51185035247953,"sku":"21507616","price":367.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-longines-conquest-4940-bicolore-lunette-godronnee-1980s-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1784497772","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-longines-conquest-4940-two-tone-fluted-bezel-1980s","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}