Longines Heritage 1918: Classic Revival of a Vintage Chronograph
The Longines Heritage 1918 is a faithful revival of the brand’s first chronograph wristwatch. Inspired by the original 1918 model, this watch preserves its defining vintage details, including the script-style Longines logo, railway minute track, honey-brown Arabic numerals, cathedral-style hands, and onion-shaped crown reminiscent of early pocket watches.
Design and Dial Details
Longines refined the lugs for improved articulation and added a date display at 6 o’clock, perfectly balancing period charm with modern practicality. The watch is available in two sizes: a 38.5mm stainless steel model with a diamond-set bezel for women and a 41mm stainless steel model for men.
Movement and Performance
Powering the Longines Heritage 1918 is the L615 automatic movement, offering a 42-hour power reserve and 28,800 vibrations per hour. This movement combines reliability and precision, making it a perfect blend of vintage aesthetics and modern horology.
Specifications
Specifications of the Longines Heritage 1918 include:
Case: Stainless steel / diamond-set stainless steel, Diameter: 38.5 mm (ladies) / 41 mm (men’s), Crystal: Sapphire, Dial: White with brown Arabic numerals, Hands: Blued steel cathedral hands, Movement: L615 automatic, Jewels: 27, Frequency: 28,800 vph, Power reserve: 42 hours, Strap: Honey-colored short-nub crocodile leather with pin buckle, Water resistance: 30 meters.
Case: Stainless steel / diamond-set stainless steel, Diameter: 38.5 mm (ladies) / 41 mm (men’s), Crystal: Sapphire, Dial: White with brown Arabic numerals, Hands: Blued steel cathedral hands, Movement: L615 automatic, Jewels: 27, Frequency: 28,800 vph, Power reserve: 42 hours, Strap: Honey-colored short-nub crocodile leather with pin buckle, Water resistance: 30 meters.
For more information on Longines Heritage watches and other classic models, visit the official Longines website. You can also explore our Longines watch collection for additional luxury timepieces.
