Longines Conquest Chronograph Sunray Gilt Dial Men 42mm L38354326

Fusing vintage-inspired warmth with high-performance Swiss chronometric engineering, the Longines Conquest Automatic Chronograph 42mm L38354326 delivers a commanding, modern interpretation of classic racetrack timing. Encased in an assertive 42.00 mm surgical-grade 316L stainless steel case crowned by a fixed black ceramic bezel with an engraved tachymeter scale, this timepiece combines bold architectural authority with refined wrist ergonomics. The dial features a radiant sunray gilt (champagne-gold) finish accented by three contrasting snailed black subdial counters in an evocative "reverse panda" arrangement, framed by applied silver-polished indices and faceted hands inlaid with Swiss Super-LumiNova. Protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with multi-layered anti-reflective coating on both sides, it is driven 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 316L stainless steel H-link bracelet with a triple-safety folding deployant clasp, 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 sculpted with alternating vertical satin-brushed planes and mirror-polished bevels.

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

• Contrasting Sunray Gilt & Black "Panda" Dial: Warm champagne-gold sunburst surface paired with circular-grained (snailed) black chronograph counters for optimal legibility.

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

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

• 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 movement, perlage, and engraved winding rotor.

• Solid Stainless Steel H-Link Bracelet: Articulated 316L steel bracelet combining brushed links and mirror-polished center facets, secured by a triple-safety folding clasp.

• Integrated Push-Piece Clasp Mechanism: Ergonomic deployant buckle engineered for seamless wrist security and tactile release.

• 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: Fully supported by 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 as Longines' first officially named collection protected by the Swiss Federal Intellectual Property Office, the Conquest line stands as an enduring symbol of athletic achievement and horological endurance. In reference L3.835.4.32.6, the modern Conquest Chronograph celebrates this pedigree within a contemporary 42.00 mm diameter and 14.30 mm case height. The surgical-grade 316L stainless steel case features vertical satin-brushed flanks contrasted by high-polished chamfers along the lugs, flanked by ergonomic pump pushers that deliver crisp, positive mechanical engagement when actuating the chronograph complication.

Sunray Gilt Radiance & Contrasting Black Ceramic Bezel

The dial balances mid-century racing glamour with crisp instrument legibility. The central dial plate features a rich sunray gilt (champagne-gold) finish that captures and refracts ambient light in shifting radial arcs. It is anchored by three recessed, circular-grained (snailed) black subdials: a small running seconds counter at 3 o'clock, a 12-hour totalizer 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 inlaid with Swiss Super-LumiNova for rapid low-light readability. Surrounding the crystal, the mirror-polished black ceramic bezel insert features an engraved tachymeter scale that will remain scratch-free and impervious to UV fading over decades of wear.

Calibre L898.5 Silicon Precision & Solid Stainless Steel H-Link Bracelet

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 autonomous power reserve of up to 59 hours. The movement is fitted with an anti-magnetic monocrystalline silicon balance spring, shielding the regulating organ against everyday magnetic interference from computers, smartphones, and magnetic clasps. The watch is paired with an integrated 316L stainless steel H-link bracelet featuring satin-brushed outer rows and polished center links, securing firmly to the wrist with a triple-safety folding deployant clasp.