Longines was founded in Saint-Imier in 1832 and holds the distinction of being the oldest watch brand in continuous production under the same name anywhere in the world. The manufacturer developed the first chronograph movement with a column-wheel and horizontal-clutch mechanism in 1878, supplied precision instruments to aviation pioneers including Charles Lindbergh, whose collaboration produced the Hour Angle watch used for celestial navigation, and served as official timekeeper for the Olympic Games across multiple decades. That record of technical precision and institutional reliability is not marketing heritage; it is documented history, and it explains why Longines occupies a position in the collector market that its current retail pricing does not fully reflect.
Explore our selection of Longines watches, presented with detailed descriptions and real photographs. Every timepiece undergoes a thorough authenticity and condition inspection by our certified watchmaker before shipment, including verification against The Watch Register.
Based in Geneva since 2021, WATCHOYSTER combines professional watch expertise, transparent service and a commitment to authenticity.
Every watch includes 24 months of Official Brand Service Coverage. Eligible repairs are performed at authorised brand service centres, with approved costs covered by us.
All Longines watches listed on our website are physically available for purchase, with fully insured worldwide delivery. Delivery typically takes 4–7 business days, depending on the watch and destination. Individual estimated delivery dates are displayed on each product page.
Personal collection at our Geneva office is available by appointment after purchase.
Our 14-day return policy covers material discrepancies between the watch and its description or photographs.
Flexible financing options are available for eligible customers, subject to the terms and approval of our financing partners. Available options and conditions are presented during checkout.
