The Longines Conquest VHP was one of the most recognisable watch designs of the 1980’s. Model reference 4025.1.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
The Conquest VHP range were launched in 1984. They initially featured a lithium battery, and around a year later they switch to more standard batteries. We bought this watch alongside a men’s version and they both show the same wear and tear, so it is safe to presume they were purchased and worn around the same time.
CONDITION
VHP stands for very high precision, and these were designed to stand apart from the cheap quartz movements that were flooding the market. In 1984, 90% of all watches bought were quartz so Longines took the step to not to make the cheapest movements, but to make the best. Seiko had already pioneered this with the Grand Quartz range, so the door opportunity was taken and it was a great success. This watch has a very clean dial, and the titanium case is good too. The bracelet shows wear on all the gold plated centre links, which is common on these. The Longines signed ETA movement is all working well, although the smooth design of the crown means it can be tricky to set the time (luckily it is so accurate that shouldn’t be an issue often!). We will install a brand new battery before sending the watch out to the new owner. The bracelet is quite long and our sister website, SpareLinks.com, may have extra links if required. The bracelet has been cleaned in our ultrasonic bath.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 327.1 mm
Width without crown 24.5 mm
Lug to lug length 27.6 mm
Case Thickness 6.5 mm
Bracelet will fit a maximum wrist size of 172 mm. The bracelet can be sized for you if you give us your wrist size when placing the order.
All sizes are approximate. The watch is photographed on a wrist of 150mm/6.0 inches.
Included with this watch is a 2 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses. If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries. Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us. Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.
From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon. By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.