Longines has recently unveiled a new collection of instrument watches that pays tribute to this pioneering spirit. Meet the new Longines Spirit Collection, composed of a time-and-date and a chronograph with a chronometer-certified movement. This new Longines Spirit collection is part of the Heritage line, vintage-inspired watches with retro design. However, this collection isn’t per se a re-edition. Instead, the brand combines historical references with modern mechanics and contemporary codes. Launched in two versions, one as a time-and-date watch, the other as an automatic chronograph, both share the same design elements and identical cases. Both Longines Spirit models come in a classically shaped stainless steel case with pronounced lines and facets. The central part combines brushed surfaces with sharp polished accents on the sides and is topped by a raised, muscular bezel, which is also brushed and polished.