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LONGINES Heritage Avigation BigEye Pétrole
LONGINES

Heritage Avigation BigEye

Size
41mm
Movement
Automatic
Water res.
30m
Caliber
Calibre L688
Reserve
54 heures
~$4,536
Description

A modern chronograph with retro aviation styling. This piece combines a classic aesthetic with contemporary finishes for functional elegance.

Specifications
ref. L28161932
Case
MaterialSteel
Diameter41mm
Water resistance30m
BezelSmooth
Case backFond vissé
DialTeal
Movement
TypeMécanique à remontage automatique
CaliberCalibre L688
Power reserve54 heures
ComplicationsChronograph
Strap & Bracelet
MaterialLeather
BuckleArdillon
Author POV

Worth flagging on ref. L28161932: despite the pilot-chronograph look the Big Eye name implies, the actual function here is a decentred small seconds, not a chronograph — the oversized sub-dial is purely cosmetic homage to the vintage counter, which is an important distinction for anyone buying this expecting pushers. That reading fits the rest of the spec sheet: a petrol-toned dial on a 41mm steel case, brown leather strap, and just 30m water resistance, the lowest I've catalogued in this whole Longines batch — this is a desk watch wearing a tool-watch face, and I'd score it accordingly on the purpose axis.