The history of this Longines Lindbergh Hour Angle
Longines is one of the great Swiss Maisons for aviation watches. With the Longines Lindbergh designed together with pilot Charles Lindbergh, it created a navigation instrument that became an icon. The Lindbergh Hour Angle made it possible to calculate the hour angle in flight. This Longines Lindbergh Hour Angle takes up the same technical spirit while offering the comfort of a contemporary pilot’s watch. Within the Longines Lindbergh Hour Angle watches listed in the index of Longines Lindbergh watches, this steel 47.5 mm version is aimed at enthusiasts of luxury watches with a strong presence, more confidential than a limited edition but just as full of history.
Case, calibre and bracelet
With its 47.5 mm diameter, this steel wristwatch clearly asserts its vocation as an instrument. The steel case with angled profile recalls many historic watches. The rotating bezel follows the principle of the Hour Angle Lindbergh with graduations to read the 60 seconds and the degrees used for position calculations. This Hour Angle Watch automatic, often presented as Heritage Lindbergh Hour Angle and Longines ref L2.678.4.11.0, is powered by the automatic calibre L699.2 with a power reserve of around 46 hours. The dial confirms the authenticity of the piece. The leather strap with pin buckle in brown alligator, finished with a steel pin buckle, anchors the wristwatch in a classic, comfortable aesthetic.
Why this watch
On the aviation watch market, the Longines Lindbergh Hour Angle retains a unique aura. Among the different references of the Lindbergh model, this steel configuration respects the original aesthetics while remaining wearable. Collectors follow the results of auction sales, and the pre-owned price of the different versions depends mainly on condition. Most watches show strong patina. This luxury watch in very good condition offers a good compromise for a watch enthusiast who wants an emblematic piece of aerial navigation without giving up modern reliability.
Scope of delivery and condition
This Longines Lindbergh has been checked by our partner watchmakers. For a luxury watch, its condition is assessed as very good: well-preserved case, clean dial, sharp hands, better than many more tired watches that are often seen. The leather strap remains in good condition. The watch is delivered with a Longines travel pouch, without original box and papers, a frequent configuration for Longines Lindbergh watches on the pre-owned market.
Guarantee and delivery
Like all our pre-owned watches, this Longines Lindbergh comes with a 2-year TSC guarantee covering the proper functioning of the movement. Our watches are checked before being offered for sale in order to provide a level of reliability consistent with the heritage of the Longines Lindbergh line. The client can collect the piece from one of our addresses in Switzerland or opt for insured, tracked shipping. Our team remains available to support the purchase and answer your questions about aviation watches.
* Very good condition – watch already worn and polished. Light signs of external wear. Case and bracelet in excellent overall condition.
