Longines Record Héritage Chronographe Owner Review : Endearing, accomplished and friendly

This is not one of Longines’ latest releases that has made the most noise over the past year, but I find it interesting nonetheless. This Longines Record Héritage Chronograph reference L2.921.4.56.2 (atchoum…) of 40 mm in diameter is part of the current trend of a strong comeback of vintage inspiration in modern watchmaking. Its golden indexes contrast fabulously well with the matte dial, and the graduations of the tachymeter/seconds are in a magnificent cream undeniably reminiscent of a patina of a watch of yesteryear. The case is beautifully crafted with an alternation of mirror polish on the bezel as well as on the lugs and brushed on the sides of the case. The leather strap also gently patinates with use and matches perfectly with the entire dial. Pleasant to wear, it is rather discreet with its contained diameter (40 mm) but does not let itself be forgotten because of its oscillating weight a bit too noisy for my taste... (we have to find a fault). The movement, precisely, an exclusive (manufacturer?) Longines movement, the COSC-certified L895, does the job and is rather nicely decorated. Not to mention its almost 60 hours of power reserve! Which is rather nice. In summary, a watch that is far too little highlighted by Longines that deserves to be looked at more closely and which turns out to be a very beautiful watch.