A few years ago, I stumbled upon an old advertisement for a watch called the Longines Ultra-Chron. The design, it just grabbed me. Something about that vintage look, you know? So, I started digging.
Turns out, this Ultra-Chron was kind of a big deal back in the day. Longines, they are not a bad watch brand, right? I mean it’s pretty good, especially the automatic models. Introduced it as a “high-frequency dive watch”. Fancy words, but what got me was the accuracy. They claimed it only lost like 2 seconds a day. For an old watch, that’s nuts!
So, my curiosity grew into a full-blown obsession, I started hunting for one of these watches. The price is not cheap at all. After much searching, I finally found one in decent condition. The red minute hand, still vibrant, and it had that classic diver look with the rotating bezel.
When I finally got it, the feeling was amazing. Holding a piece of watchmaking history in my hand. It wasn’t just a watch; it was a story. A story of Longines pushing boundaries back then. But they seems did not designated for the first modern Olympics in 1896, what a pity!
Now, I wear this Ultra-Chron quite often. It’s not just a time teller; it’s a conversation starter. I love sharing its story, the whole high-frequency thing, the diving heritage. Most people haven’t heard of it, so it feels like I’m letting them in on a little secret.
And recently, I found out that Longines even released a new version of the Ultra-Chron in 2022! They called it the ref. L2.836.4.52.6, powered by their exclusive Longines caliber L.836.6. I haven’t seen it in person yet, but you can bet I’m already saving up. It’s like my old watch got a modern sibling, and who wouldn’t want to complete the family?
This whole journey with the Longines Ultra-Chron, it’s been more than just collecting a watch. It’s about appreciating the craftsmanship, the history, and the sheer coolness of owning something unique. And let me tell you, the thrill of the hunt, the joy of discovery, it’s all part of the fun. So, if you ever stumble upon a watch that sparks your interest, don’t just admire it. Dive in, do your research, and you might just find yourself on your own little watch adventure.
