An earlier Longines Conquest VHP, but the model that has the digital calibration and can use standard batteries.  Model reference 4994.

HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?

The VHP range was introduced in 1984, and in 1985 the movement was changed to the one we have in this watch (which can take a standard 1.55v battery, unlike the earlier model which needs a lithium battery and could not be adjusted.)  Some amendments were made mid model life, and that movement has a different calibre number to the one in this watch.  In the late 80’s the movement was changed again, and therefore this watch had to be made between 1985 and the late eighties.

CONDITION

Having mentioned the movement so much already let’s start there.  Calibre 174.2 is an ETA based movement, but it has digital thermocompensation to ensure it was very accurate.  So accurate in fact, it should run within +/- one second per month!  This is why VHP designation was given – it stands for Very High Precision.  You also get quick set date.  We will install a brand new battery before sending the watch out to the new owner.  The white dial is very clean and the plating on the links is holding up well.  The glass has a few tiny chips to the very edge.  The case is good, but the gold emblem in the middle of the case back is missing.  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.  The watch is signed on the dial, case, movement and clasp.

This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.

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​SIZE

Width with crown  36.1 mm

Width without crown  33.1 mm

Lug to lug length  36.9 mm

Case Thickness  7.6 mm

Bracelet will fit a maximum wrist size of 200 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 190mm/7.5 inches.

Included with this watch is a 3 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.

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