Longines serial numbers can normally be found engraved on the caseback. Most often, the number is engraved on the outside of the case back, but in some cases, it may be engraved on the inside, which means you need to remove the case back in order to access it. The serial number may also be engraved on the movement.

How accurate is Longines?

The vibrational rate of this particular frequency is mathematically consistent with very accurate timekeeping. The exact frequency is 32,768 Hz or 32.768 Khz. Quartz powered watch movements became really popular in the 1970s after literally hundreds of years of all watches being completely mechanically powered.

Is Longines VHP worth it?

It looks good, is comfortable to wear, and is, quite possibly, the most accurate Swiss made watch ever. Even if youve never owned a quartz watch in your life, the V.H.P. deserves attention for its worthy pursuit of hyper-accuracy. The three-hand Longines Conquest V.H.P. is priced at $1,000.

Do Longines make their own movements?

Longines stopped making their own movements in the late 1980s, and though admittedly missing the truly in-house movements of old, and lacking in high-end finishing, they do benefit from a supply of rock-solid and reliable movements from the likes of ETA (also part of the Swatch Group).

How good is Longines Hydroconquest?

Hydroconquest is the kind of watch that you can wear every single day. Its reliable and solidly built. It has a solid case back and has an excellent water-resistance of 300m/1000 ft. It also has a very easy to read dial and hands that are filled with Super LumiNova® luminescent fill.