Longines Conquest Silver Matt with Blue Counters Dial Men 42mm L38354989

Fusing high-performance Swiss chronometric precision with timeless sports-luxe elegance, the Longines Conquest Automatic Chronograph 42mm L38354989 delivers a bold, modern interpretation of classic automotive and sports timing. Encased in an assertive 42.00 mm surgical-grade 316L stainless steel case crowned by a fixed blue ceramic bezel with an engraved tachymeter scale, this timepiece offers commanding wrist presence paired with tailored ergonomic contours. The dial features an anti-reflective silver-matte opaline base offset by three contrasting snailed marine-blue sub-registers in a classic "panda" layout, framed by applied silver-polished indices and faceted hands filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova. Protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with multi-layered anti-reflective coating on both faces, it is powered by the in-house Longines Calibre L898.5 automatic mechanical chronograph movement. Engineered with an anti-magnetic monocrystalline silicon balance spring, this high-beat engine delivers an autonomous 59-hour power reserve visible through a transparent exhibition case back. Mounted on an integrated blue textured rubber strap secured by a double-safety folding clasp with push-button micro-adjustment, it is water-resistant to 100 metres (10 ATM) and backed by Longines’ extended 5-year international manufacturer warranty.

Key Highlights

• Commanding 42.00mm Conquest Sports Architecture: Robust surgical-grade 316L stainless steel case engineered with dynamic alternating brushed and polished planes.

• High-Tech Blue Ceramic Tachymeter Bezel: Scratch-resistant polished ceramic bezel insert engraved with a tachymetric scale for instantaneous speed and distance measurement.

• Contrasting Silver-Matte & Blue "Panda" Dial: Granular matte-silver surface paired with circular-grained (snailed) deep-blue chronograph counters for optimal legibility.

• In-House Longines Calibre L898.5 Movement: Self-winding Swiss mechanical chronograph calibre operating at 28,800 vph (4 Hz) with an upgraded 59-hour power reserve.

• Anti-Magnetic Monocrystalline Silicon Balance Spring: High-tech silicon hairspring providing superior chronometric stability, thermal resilience, and magnetic field resistance.

• Double Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal: Specially toughened scratch-proof sapphire crystal treated with multiple anti-reflective coatings on both the inner and outer surfaces.

• Transparent Exhibition Display Back: Sapphire crystal case back offering an unobstructed view of the decorated Swiss movement, perlage, and engraved winding rotor.

• Integrated Textured Blue Rubber Strap: High-grade, weather-resistant blue rubber strap designed to integrate flush with the case lugs for fluid wrist ergonomics.

• Micro-Adjustable Double-Safety Clasp: Push-piece folding deployant buckle equipped with a tool-free micro-adjustment system for precise on-the-go sizing.

• 100-Metre (10 ATM) Water Resistance: Screw-in crown and reinforced gasket construction engineered for swimming, water sports, and daily exposure.

• Comprehensive 5-Year Longines Warranty: Covered under Longines' 5-year international manufacturer warranty provided on all silicon-equipped mechanical timepieces.

Design & Craftsmanship

Sports-Luxe Heritage & The 42mm Conquest Chronograph Architecture

First registered in 1954, the Conquest collection was Longines' very first product line to have its name legally protected by the Swiss Federal Intellectual Property Office. In reference L3.835.4.98.9, the modern Conquest Chronograph bridges historic track-side utility with contemporary luxury. Sized at 42.00 mm with a 14.30 mm profile, the case balances athletic visual weight with refined wearability. The circular stainless steel chassis features vertical satin-brushed flanks contrasted by mirror-polished bevels along the lugs, flanked by ergonomic pump pushers that deliver crisp, tactile actuation of the chronograph module.

Matte Silver & Marine Blue "Panda" Dial Contrast with Ceramic Bezel

The dial reinterprets classic vintage motorsport timing with high-contrast graphic harmony. The central silver-matte base eliminates harsh reflections under direct sunlight, allowing the three azuré-finished (snailed) marine-blue subdials to command immediate focus: small running seconds at 3 o'clock, a 12-hour counter at 6 o'clock, and a 30-minute counter at 9 o'clock. Framing the perimeter, faceted silver-polished indices and tapered baton hands are generously inlaid with Swiss Super-LumiNova for rapid low-light readability. Surrounding the sapphire glass, the deep blue ceramic bezel ring features an engraved white tachymeter track that remains impervious to scratches and UV fading.

Calibre L898.5 Precision & Ergonomic Rubber Clasp Engineering

Beating beneath the dial is the Longines Calibre L898.5 self-winding mechanical chronograph movement. Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) across 37 synthetic rubies, it generates an extended power reserve of up to 59 hours. The movement incorporates an anti-magnetic monocrystalline silicon balance spring, shielding the regulating organ against everyday magnetic interference from laptops, smartphones, and magnetic clasps. The watch is completed with an integrated blue rubber strap fitted with a double-security folding clasp, featuring an intuitive micro-adjustment slider that expands or contracts the strap fit to accommodate wrist swelling in warm climates.