Longines Hydroconquest 39mm
Longines has updated its Hydroconquest dive watch line with a new 39mm case size, offering a more compact and conventionally styled option. This iteration refines the design, moving away from earlier models' more distinctive elements towards a look that draws comparisons to the Rolex Submariner, aiming for broader appeal. The watch features an updated movement and a competitive price point, making it a notable contender in the sub-luxury dive watch segment.
- 39mm steel case
- 11.7mm thickness
- 48.1mm lug-to-lug
- Water-resistant to 300 meters
- Automatic Longines L888.5 movement
- 72 hours of power reserve
- Silicon balance spring
- Price starting at $2,200 USD
The 39mm case measures 11.7mm thick and 48.1mm lug-to-lug, described as nicely proportioned.
The design evolution omits oversized numerals and bold crown guards, featuring a white date at 3, a shiny ceramic bezel, and a mix of round and rectangular markers, drawing comparisons to the modern Rolex Submariner.
The watch comes on a slim steel bracelet with tool-free micro-adjustment built into the clasp, featuring a fully-brushed finish.
Colorways include dark blue, black, green, black with a grey bezel, black with a bright blue bezel, a boutique-only ice-blue dial with dark blue bezel, and a Commonwealth Games edition with a teal gradient dial and black bezel.
A steel mesh bracelet is available for an additional $200, bringing the price to $2,400.
The two-color lume offers mediocre performance, and the bracelet uses split pins for sizing.
