Longines HydroConquest 39mm Green

Longines HydroConquest · Ref. L3.780.4.96.6

About This Watch

The Longines HydroConquest 39mm Green represents the sweet spot in the HydroConquest lineup, combining a versatile case size with one of the most desirable dial colors in modern watchmaking. The sunburst green dial shifts between deep forest and vibrant emerald depending on the light, creating visual depth that belies the sub-$1,500 price point. At 39mm, this model addresses the growing demand for right-sized dive watches that wear comfortably on a wide range of wrist sizes without sacrificing presence or legibility. The ceramic bezel insert in matching green provides superior scratch resistance compared to aluminum alternatives found on many competitors at this price. Inside, the L888.5 exclusive caliber — based on the ETA A31.L01 — features a silicon hairspring for improved magnetic resistance and delivers an impressive 72-hour power reserve, meaning a full three days of autonomy off the wrist. This is a specification typically reserved for watches costing two or three times as much. The 300-meter water resistance makes it a genuine tool watch capable of recreational diving, while the screw-down crown and caseback ensure long-term reliability. Longines, established in 1832, brings nearly two centuries of Swiss watchmaking heritage to a package that competes aggressively with the Tudor Black Bay and Omega Seamaster at a fraction of their respective prices. The HydroConquest 39mm Green is arguably the best value proposition in the ceramic-bezel dive watch segment today.

Specifications

Movement

Movement TypeAutomatic
CaliberL888.5
Power Reserve72 hours
Frequency25,200 vph
Jewels21

Case

Case Diameter39.0mm
Case Thickness12.2mm
Case MaterialStainless Steel
CrystalSapphire
BezelUnidirectional rotating, ceramic insert
Dial ColorGreen
Lug Width20mm
Lug-to-Lug46.0mm

Features

Water Resistance300m / 984ft
Bracelet/StrapStainless steel bracelet
ClaspFolding clasp with safety push-buttons
Weight140g
Complications
Date

Pricing

Retail (MSRP)
$1,350
Market Price
$1,100