Vintage Eye for the Modern Guy: Longines Heritage Classic Chronograph 1946
Longines, a Swiss manufacturer that has become well known for mining its rich archives, last month unveiled the latest addition to its Heritage collection: the Classic Chronograph 1946. Like all other models within that vintage-inspired collection, the Classic Chronograph 1946 takes its cues from a historical model ? in this case a classical-looking, unnamed 1940s chronograph. That original watch, which Longines has been showcasing as part of its public events as of late, used an understated design versatile in its ability to function as both a sportier formal watch, or a more action-oriented dress timepiece. The modern reissue works to channel this energy in an updated format, providing its wearer a distinct timepiece for any occasion.
Taking a look at the Classic Chronograph 1946, we find it uses a 40-mm polished steel case, with integrated cushion pushers, thin curvy lugs, and a vintage-logo-signed crown. Beneath the nonreflective sapphire crystal, the silvery white dial is the true star of the piece. With an outer black minute ring noting each 5 minutes with Arabic numerals and each minute with an elongated marking, it uses a tachymetric scale style without the additional functioning of that tool. Within this ring are printed, black Breguet-style numerals for each hour, with the 3 and 9 o?clock markings slightly cut by the face?s two sunken subdials for running seconds and a 30-minute counter. At the top of the dial we find a faithful use of the vintage Longines logo, ...
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