Longines Heritage Avigation Big Eye L2.816.1.93.2 — USD 3,345

Explore Longines in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, meeting heritage experts, visiting the museum with its historic timepieces, and enjoying a special lunch with the CEO. An enriching experience uncovering Longines' remarkable legacy and passion.

Gerard finds his ideal strap in a Denim Nubuck after trying many others for his Longines Heritage Chrono.

Rediscovered the Longines Heritage Military pilot watch, 38mm, thin, light, and comfortable with a nice case, lug shape, and oversized crown.

Gerard shares his experience trying a goat leather 'avocado' strap on a Longines Heritage Chrono. The watch's 19mm lug spacing presents challenges in finding the right strap.

I have an opportunity to buy this timepiece from an AD at a decent price. I had been drawn to the piece ever since it was launched, but every time that I saw it in the metal, the case finishing and strap left me cold. I’m not expecting it to be a dufour simplicity or anything like that, and the stra

Some actual photos of the pre-production reissue. Case is 38.5mm. Images courtesy of Time+Tide Watches (they have a longer article about the watch). Regards, Baruch