--- Introduction --- Introduced as Longines' flagship high-precision quartz line, the Conquest V.H.P. (Very High Precision) represented the pinnacle of the brand's quartz engineering, famed for its exceptional accuracy and its "E.O.L." end-of-life battery indicator. This titanium edition from the early 1990s pairs a lightweight, satin-finished titanium case with warm gold-toned accents, creating a refined two-tone look that is both sporty and elegant. The anthracite grey dial is framed by a distinctive bezel set with textured studs and gold-toned markers, while gold-toned applied indices, trios of dots at the quarters and a date window at 3 o'clock complete a highly legible layout. Worn on its original integrated Longines bracelet, it is a characterful and increasingly sought-after piece of Longines' 1990s design heritage. --- Specifications --- Brand: Longines Series: Conquest V.H.P. Titanium Reference: 4026 Movement: Quartz (V.H.P. high-precision quartz, date, E.O.L. battery indicator) Case Material: Titanium with gold-toned accents on the bezel Crystal: Sapphire (estimated) Dial: Anthracite grey with gold-toned applied indices, date at 3 o'clock, "Ti" and "V.H.P. Quartz" signatures Case Back: Titanium screw-down case back, engraved "Conquest Titanium", "E.O.L.", "Time Zone", "10 atm", "Swiss Made", reference 4026 and serial number Bracelet: Original Longines integrated titanium bracelet with gold-plated centre links and signed titanium folding clasp Period: 1990s Country of Origin: Switzerland --- Condition Report --- Overall: A well-preserved example in very good vintage condition, showing only light signs of use consistent with careful wear. Case & Bezel: The titanium case and bezel present well, with light surface marks and minor wear to the satin finish commensurate with age. The textured bezel studs and gold-toned accents remain crisp. Dial & Crystal: The dial is clean and attractive with well-preserved printing and indices. The crystal is clear with no significant damage observed. Bracelet & Clasp: The bracelet remains firm and complete. The outer faces of the gold-plated centre links retain a bright finish; on the inner, less visible surfaces of the link connectors, the plating shows wear and some discolouration (brassing). The folding clasp shows light scratches on its inner side and closes securely. Functions: The watch has been checked by us and is running, with the hands advancing correctly at the time of listing. The date function is present at 3 o'clock. A service by a qualified watchmaker is recommended at the new owner's convenience, and no guarantee of long-term accuracy or water resistance is given. --- International Shipping & Customs --- The watch is dispatched from Japan with full tracking, carefully packed for international transit. Please note that any import duties, taxes or customs charges levied by the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer and are not included in the hammer price or shipping cost. We recommend checking with your local customs office before bidding.