Some watch critics say that too many modern watches are vintage-inspired. When they look as good as the new Longines Record Heritage Chronograph, who cares? It draws on 1940s horological style and the matte black and gold gilt dial is positively beautiful. It also happens to be the first chronograph in the Longines Record lineup. The case measures 40mm in diameter by 13.8mm in thickness, so it should fit most wrist sizes. The dial sports both Arabic numerals and thin dart markers, and those long elegant hands are just about perfect. There’s also a gold tachymeter scale and symmetric bicompax subdials to round out the look perfectly. The movement is a COSC-certified chronometer-grade mechanical automatic based on the Swiss ETA 2892 that’s been upgraded by Longines with a 59-hour power reserve, an antimagnetic silicon balance spring, a signed rotor, and fine decorative surfaces. While it’s not an exact reproduction of the iconic Longines Ref. 4974, it is a perfect reinterpretation for modern times.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
