One of the most popular model that Longines have launched in the recent years is back with a fancier duo tone case. The Longines Spirit Flyback comes either in Steel and 18-Carat Yellow Gold or Steel and 18-Carat Pink Gold!
Press release information with commentary in italics.
New: Longines Sprit Flyback
The Longines Spirit Flyback in Steel and 18-Carat Gold or Steel and 18-Carat Pink Gold has a retail price of SGD 9,000. Price is inclusive of GST and is correct at the time of publishing.
Commentary
Longines, a brand that is synonymous with bringing one of the most value for money watches is back with their latest iteration of the Spirit Flyback. First launched in March 2023 in Steel with 2 colour variation, Black and Blue. Subsequently in October 2023, the Swiss marque released the Spirit Flyback in Titanium.
This Spirit Flyback in duo tone of either Steel and 18-Carat Yellow Gold (with Green bezel and dial) and Steel and 18-Carat Pink Gold (with Brown bezel and dial) is the third iteration of the Spirit Flyback Chronograph. The application of the gold parts are very tastefully done in a way that it is pleasing to the eyes. In this iteration, the bezel, pushers, hands and numerals in the dial and the oscillating weight shown through the case back gives the owner an idea which precious metal variant they have on their wrist.
Moving on from the aesthetics, we are certainly impressed that Longines, a Swatch subsidiary would be able to make a Flyback Chronograph watch at such a competitive pricing. This might be the case where the company benefits from the expertise of the many subsidiaries of Swatch Group. It comes with a robust Longines column-wheel calibre L791.4, a movement likely tinkled by their inhouse movement maker ETA which will prove to be a work horse. It is equipped with a weekend proof 68 hours power reserve. Most importantly, as a tool for daily use, a COSC certified chronometer movement ensures good accuracy.
The Spirit Flyback series of watches definitely have our endorsement as one of the watches to get below SGD 10,000 range.
Press Release
The LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK adorned with gold
The LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK symbolises the pioneering spirit that has always driven the winged
hourglass brand. The collection is now enhanced by two new versions in steel and 18-carat yellow gold
or steel and 18-carat rose gold. Featuring a green or brown dial, these authentic pilot’s watches offer
cutting-edge precision thanks to their exclusive Longines calibre, which is resistant to magnetic fields and
chronometer-certified by the COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres).
In 2024, the Longines Spirit Flyback line is being expanded with new versions featuring green or brown dials, along with their ceramic bezel inserts, and a case crafted from steel and 18-carat gold. Unveiled last year, the line marks a new chapter in the long history of Longines pilot’s watches.
These flyback chronographs bear witness to Longines’ pioneering role in the development of this technology. The winged hourglass brand produced the first model equipped with a flyback function in 1925, then filed a patent which was registered on 16 June 1936: a world first.
A revolutionary tool for conquering the skies, the flyback complication enabled successive timing of different stages of a flight, thus facilitating navigation.
The high precision of the Longines Spirit Flyback is ensured by the exclusive Longines calibre L791.4. This is equipped with a silicon balancespring and innovative components that make it ten times more resistant to magnetic fields than the ISO 764 reference standard. With a power reserve of up to 68 hours, this movement is officially chronometer-certified by the COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres). A
transparent case back reveals the meticulousness of the calibre and its yellow or rose gold oscillating weight engraved with a globe, the emblem of the Longines Spirit collection.
These two new chronographs feature a crown and pushers in 18-carat yellow gold on the green-dial model, and 18-carat rose gold on the brown-dial model. Their bidirectional rotating bezels are enhanced by a yellow or rose gold cap and a green or brown ceramic insert. Topped by a multi-layer anti-reflective sapphire crystal, the dials in shaded matt green or shaded matt brown are flanked by a small sub-seconds dial at 9 o’clock and a 30-minute timer at 3 o’clock. The yellow or rose gold hands and numerals, coated with Super-LumiNova® Old Radium, ensure optimum legibility in all circumstances, whether in the air or on the ground.
Water-resistant up to 10 bar (100 metres), both models are available with green or brown leather straps to match the colour of the dial. Each has a double-security folding clasp with micro-adjustment system.
The flyback function
A watchmaking complication invented by Longines in the 1920s, the flyback function enables a chronograph to measure consecutive intervals of time quickly and easily. Unlike a traditional chronograph, where the seconds hand has to be stopped, reset and restarted, the flyback function enables the hand to return instantly to zero and start measuring time again with a single press of the pusher. This function proves particularly useful in situations where precision and speed are essential, such as in aviation.
About our movements
Backed by centuries of watchmaking expertise, Longines has pioneered many technical advances and still displays an unfailing will to innovate. Its constant pursuit of excellence has led Longines to equip all its automatic timepieces with cutting-edge movements whose features include a silicon balance-spring. Silicon is not only lightweight and corrosion-resistant, but also unaffected by normal temperature fluctuations and magnetic fields. Its unique properties boost the watch’s precision and longevity and allow Longines to guarantee these models for 5 years.
About Longines
Longines has been based in Saint-Imier in Switzerland since 1832. Its watchmaking expertise reflects a strong devotion to tradition, elegance and performance. With many years of experience as a timekeeper for world championships in sport and as a partner of international sporting federations, Longines has forged solid and lasting links with the world of sport over the years. Known for the elegance of its timepieces, Longines is a member of Swatch Group Ltd, the world’s leading manufacturer of horological products. The brand with the winged hourglass as its emblem has outlets in over 150 countries.
REFERENCE NUMBERS
L3.821.5.53.2
L3.821.5.59.2
CALIBRE
Self-winding mechanical movement
Exclusive Longines column-wheel calibre L791.4
COSC-certified chronometer
Magnetism-resistant (ISO 764), with silicon balance-spring
13¼ lines, 28 jewels, 28,800 vibrations per hour
Power reserve: up to 68 hours
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes, and seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock
Chronograph complication with flyback function
30-minute counter at 3 o’clock
CASE
42 mm; thickness 17 mm
Round, stainless steel
Domed sapphire crystal with multi-layer anti-reflective coating on both sides
Bidirectional rotating bezel with 2N 18 ct yellow gold cap or
5N 18 ct rose gold cap and green or brown ceramic insert; numerals and triangle marker with Super-LumiNova® Old Radium treatment
Screw-in crown and pushers in 2N 18 ct yellow gold or 5N 18 ct rose gold
Transparent screw-on case back
Distance between lugs: 22 mm
DIALS
Matt shaded green or matt shaded brown
Arabic numerals, with Super-LumiNova® Old Radium treatment
HANDS
Yellow gold-plated or rose gold-plated,
with Super-LumiNova® Old Radium treatment
WATER-RESISTANCE
Water-resistant up to 10 bars (100 metres)
