Overall, however, the case design does an admirable job of capturing the spirit of the era in images without directly aping any one vintage Longines reference. That said, its not insubstantial overall thickness will likely give this design a bolder, more modern stance on the wrist than its svelte hand-wound ancestors. The new Longines Record Heritage is a stunningly well-balanced love letter to the ‘40s chronograph aesthetic, complete with a COSC-certified chronometer movement and a wealth of refined touches.Īt 40mm-wide and 13.8mm-thick, the stainless steel case of the Longines Record Heritage fits into vintage sizing standards better than some of its competitors on paper.
Longines is arguably the most enthusiastic entrant into this dark horse segment of the market, bringing its own tastefully restrained riff on the theme into the dressy Record collection for its newest release. From much-hyped newcomers like Furlan Marri to massive established brands including Tissot and Breitling, the elegant, pleasingly ornate look of ‘30s and ‘40s-era chronographs is quietly seeping back into the watch design lexicon. Amid all the trends currently sweeping the watch industry - green dials, integrated bracelets, affordable GMTs, and the like - one of the least discussed is the proliferation of prewar-inspired chronograph designs.
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