LONGINES FLAGSHIP MANUAL WINDING, YEAR 1955

Longines watches have their origins in 1832 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, when Auguste Agassiz founded a watchmaking workshop with two other partners. This small workshop, known as Agassiz & Compagnie, began producing pocket watches, quickly gaining a strong position in the Swiss market thanks to the quality and precision of their products.

Birth of the Longines brand

In 1867, Longines built its first factory, named Les Longines (meaning “the long meadows” in French), from which its name originates. In the same year, they developed their first in-house movement, the calibre 20A, which won a medal at the Paris Universal Exhibition. This innovation allowed Longines to fully control its production, ensuring superior quality and consolidating its reputation as a prestigious brand.

Achievements and international fame

Longines’ fame grew rapidly:

• In 1889, the brand registered its iconic winged hourglass logo, becoming the oldest watch brand with a registered logo still in use.
• In 1912, Longines pioneered the use of electromechanical devices for event timing, solidifying its reputation in the field of precision timing and establishing itself as the official timekeeper of numerous international sports events.

Innovation and luxury watchmaking

Over the years, Longines has continued to innovate, launching iconic collections such as the Longines Master Collection and the HydroConquest, which combine Swiss precision with elegant designs. Additionally, they have continued to develop advanced technologies, staying at the forefront of high watchmaking and standing out for their focus on elegance and functionality.

Today, Longines is one of the most respected brands in the watchmaking world, recognized for its legacy of precision, elegance, and excellence in timing.

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