The Longines St Imier Black Dial L2.784.4 43mm Chronograph watch
The Longines St Imier Chronograph was launched in 2012, in the 41 or 43mm width case versions, along with a 41mm analogue watch.
The L2.784.4 is also available with a leather strap
Featuring a sturdy 43mm case, the L688 movement is housed safely and securely with a nice glass exhibition back allowing you to see the beautiful finished 27 Jewel movement.
With 2 Chronograph sub dials for hours and minutes, there is also a sweep seconds hand and a date window near the 5 o'clock position which some might find quirky.
However, due to the sub dials layout, the date window has been located there to allow the sub dials to be of a sufficient size - the Bi-Compax chronograph features the date window at the 6 o'clock position which some might prefer.
The rectangular push buttons
The Chronograph case back is really nicely finished and on this version, a metal strap is supplied, though some links have been removed or a previous owner so I will fit the lighter Longines deployment clasp leather strap which will be more comfortable and lighter. The metal strap does make the watch heavier, the substantial case notwithstanding!
The substantial strap is very nicely finished as would be expected from a watch of this label, this one is a second hand watch but in very nice condition and has a 54 hour power reserve.
Quite a rare watch and obtained at sub £900 so this was a good deal as it had the box with it.
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