Longines - Saint-Imier - L2.784.4 - Men - 2010-2020
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Longines Saint-Imier Collection L2.784.4, 43 mm stainless steel automatic chronograph with black dial, date, and visible caseback, reference L2.784.4, powered by caliber L688 and paired with a black leather band with a signed folding clasp.
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Longines Saint-Imier Collection L2.784.4 – 43 mm – automatic chronograph – black dial – date – caliber L688 – circa 2012–2015
The Longines Saint-Imier Collection L2.784.4 is a stylish automatic chronograph that blends the brand’s classic look with a sporty complication. This edition features a 43 mm stainless steel case, a deep black dial with three sub-dials, date display, and a transparent case back revealing the automatic chronograph movement.
The black dial is characterized by the large applied Arabic numeral “12,” faceted hour markers, luminescent central hands, and contrasting white scales. The three sub-dials are neatly arranged across the dial, giving the watch its distinctive chronograph appearance.
The watch is fitted with a black leather Longines strap and a signed Longines deployant clasp.
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Basic information
Brand: Longines
Collection: Saint-Imier Collection
Reference: L2.784.4
Estimated production year: circa 2012–2015
Type: automatic chronograph
Movement: mechanical automatic
Caliber: Longines L688
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph and date
Case diameter: 43 mm
Case material: stainless steel
Dial: black
Crystal: sapphire crystal
Case back: transparent
Band: black Longines leather strap
Clasp: Longines deployant clasp
Crown: signed Longines crown
Water resistance according to model specification: 3 bar / 30 meters
Origin: Swiss Made
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Key details
Black chronograph dial
Three separate sub-dials
Large applied Arabic “12”
Faceted steel hour markers
Luminous central hour and minute hands
Central chronograph seconds hand
Date window between 4 and 5 o’clock
Fine minute and second scale along the outer rim
Longines logo and winged hourglass emblem
“Automatic” inscription
Two chronograph pushers
Signed Longines crown
43 mm stainless steel case
Transparent case back
Automatic Longines chronograph caliber
Black Longines leather strap
Signed Longines deployant clasp
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Year of manufacture
Estimated production year: circa 2012–2015
This Saint-Imier belongs to the modern generation of mechanical Longines watches where the brand’s traditional, elegant styling was combined with a relatively large case and an automatic chronograph.
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Case
The round case is made of stainless steel and measures 43 mm in diameter.
The case is largely high-polish finished and features characteristic shaped lugs that flow smoothly from the center to the bracelet. The slim polished bezel ensures a large portion of the front is occupied by the dial, giving the watch a strong presence on the wrist.
On the right side are the large fluted crown and two separate chronograph pushers.
The case is in neat used condition. There are light superficial signs of wear and small scratches consistent with regular use. The lines and shapes of the case are well preserved and there are no noticeable heavy damages.
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Dial
The black dial provides a strong contrast with the silvery markers, light hands, and white scales.
At 12 o’clock sits a large applied Arabic “12.” The other hours are mainly indicated by elongated, faceted index markers.
The central hour and minute hands feature a light luminescent fill. The long central hand belongs to the chronograph function.
Around the outer edge of the dial runs a detailed minute/second scale. Additional numerals every five minutes enhance the instrument-like character of the chronograph.
Below 12 o’clock sits the Longines name, the winged hourglass logo, and the elegant script “Automatic.”
At the bottom of the dial is “SWISS MADE.”
The dial is in neat condition with a well-kept, high-contrast appearance.
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Chronograph
The watch features a mechanical chronograph with three sub-dials.
Sub-dial at 3 o’clock:
30-minute chronograph counter.
Sub-dial at 6 o’clock:
12-hour chronograph counter.
Sub-dial at 9 o’clock:
Small seconds for normal time display.
The long central seconds hand is used to measure the chronograph elapsed seconds.
The chronograph is operated with the two rectangular pushers on the right side of the case. The placement of the three sub-dials provides a balanced, sporty layout without losing the watch’s classical character.
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Date
The date window sits around 4 to 5 o’clock.
The date appears with dark numerals on a light background and is framed by a clear outline to remain easily readable against the black dial.
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Movement
The watch is equipped with an automatic mechanical Longines chronograph movement from the L688 family.
Caliber: Longines L688
Type: mechanical automatic
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph and date
Winding: automatic via rotor
The movement is visible through the transparent case back.
The rotor bears the Longines signature and the famous winged hourglass logo. Various movement components are aesthetically finished, making the backside of the watch an attractive mechanical view as well.
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Timegrapher measurement
Rate deviation: -2 seconds per day
Amplitude: 313°
Beat error: 0.0 ms
Lift angle: 52.0°
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour
These values depict the movement’s performance during the performed measurement. A timegrapher reading is a snapshot and does not constitute a warranty for future accuracy or the watch’s condition.
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Case back
The Saint-Imier features a transparent case back, keeping the automatic mechanical movement visible.
Around the viewing window are various engravings, including:
THE LONGINES SAINT-IMIER COLLECTION
SWISS MADE
WATER-RESISTANT
The combination of the polished steel edge, visible movement, and signed rotor gives the backside a neat, high-quality look.
The steel components of the back show light signs of wear.
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Crown and chronograph pushers
The large fluted crown is engraved with the Longines name and the winged-hourglass logo.
Above and below the crown are the two polished chronograph pushers. The rounded rectangular shape of the pushers complements the flowing lines of the case.
Crown and pushers are in neat used condition with light normal signs of wear.
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Band
The watch is fitted with a black Longines leather strap with a crocodile/alligator pattern.
The inner side reads:
LONGINES
Winged hourglass logo
22
GENUINE LEATHER
The band shows clear signs of wear. Around the lugs and holes there are signs of wear, creases and wear. The inside also shows wear consistent with regular use.
The band color and classic texture match well with the black chronograph dial.
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Clasp
The leather strap features a signed Longines deployant clasp.
The polished clasp bears the Longines name and the winged hourglass logo.
The clasp shows light superficial signs of wear but remains nicely presented.
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Wrist fit
The current strap configuration fits a wrist of approximately 20 cm.
The various holes in the leather strap allow the fit to be adjusted within a certain margin.
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Condition
Case: neat used condition with light superficial signs of wear
Bezel: neat condition with light signs of wear
Dial: neat and well-kept
Crystal: clear and clean
Hour markers: neat condition
Hands: neat condition
Crown: signed Longines crown
Chronograph pushers: neat used condition
Case back: light normal signs of wear
Movement: automatic Longines chronograph movement
Band: black Longines leather band with clear signs of wear
Clasp: signed Longines deployant clasp with light signs of wear
Wrist fit: about 20 cm in the current configuration
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Overall condition
This Longines Saint-Imier Collection L2.784.4 is in a neat used condition. The 43 mm stainless steel case shows light signs of wear consistent with normal wear, while the black dial and crystal present a well-kept impression.
The combination of the solid 43 mm case, black dial, three chronograph sub-dials, large applied “12,” date display, and transparent case back gives this Saint-Imier a nice balance between classic Longines design and a sporty chronograph look.
The black Longines leather strap is clearly worn and shows wear around the lugs. The signed Longines deployant clasp is still tidy and completes the package.
During the timegrapher measurement, a rate deviation of -2 seconds per day was recorded, with an amplitude of 313° and a beat error of 0.0 ms.
Longines Saint-Imier Collection L2.784.4 – 43 mm – automatic chronograph – black dial – date – caliber L688 – circa 2012–2015
The Longines Saint-Imier Collection L2.784.4 is a stylish automatic chronograph that blends the brand’s classic look with a sporty complication. This edition features a 43 mm stainless steel case, a deep black dial with three sub-dials, date display, and a transparent case back revealing the automatic chronograph movement.
The black dial is characterized by the large applied Arabic numeral “12,” faceted hour markers, luminescent central hands, and contrasting white scales. The three sub-dials are neatly arranged across the dial, giving the watch its distinctive chronograph appearance.
The watch is fitted with a black leather Longines strap and a signed Longines deployant clasp.
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Basic information
Brand: Longines
Collection: Saint-Imier Collection
Reference: L2.784.4
Estimated production year: circa 2012–2015
Type: automatic chronograph
Movement: mechanical automatic
Caliber: Longines L688
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph and date
Case diameter: 43 mm
Case material: stainless steel
Dial: black
Crystal: sapphire crystal
Case back: transparent
Band: black Longines leather strap
Clasp: Longines deployant clasp
Crown: signed Longines crown
Water resistance according to model specification: 3 bar / 30 meters
Origin: Swiss Made
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Key details
Black chronograph dial
Three separate sub-dials
Large applied Arabic “12”
Faceted steel hour markers
Luminous central hour and minute hands
Central chronograph seconds hand
Date window between 4 and 5 o’clock
Fine minute and second scale along the outer rim
Longines logo and winged hourglass emblem
“Automatic” inscription
Two chronograph pushers
Signed Longines crown
43 mm stainless steel case
Transparent case back
Automatic Longines chronograph caliber
Black Longines leather strap
Signed Longines deployant clasp
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Year of manufacture
Estimated production year: circa 2012–2015
This Saint-Imier belongs to the modern generation of mechanical Longines watches where the brand’s traditional, elegant styling was combined with a relatively large case and an automatic chronograph.
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Case
The round case is made of stainless steel and measures 43 mm in diameter.
The case is largely high-polish finished and features characteristic shaped lugs that flow smoothly from the center to the bracelet. The slim polished bezel ensures a large portion of the front is occupied by the dial, giving the watch a strong presence on the wrist.
On the right side are the large fluted crown and two separate chronograph pushers.
The case is in neat used condition. There are light superficial signs of wear and small scratches consistent with regular use. The lines and shapes of the case are well preserved and there are no noticeable heavy damages.
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Dial
The black dial provides a strong contrast with the silvery markers, light hands, and white scales.
At 12 o’clock sits a large applied Arabic “12.” The other hours are mainly indicated by elongated, faceted index markers.
The central hour and minute hands feature a light luminescent fill. The long central hand belongs to the chronograph function.
Around the outer edge of the dial runs a detailed minute/second scale. Additional numerals every five minutes enhance the instrument-like character of the chronograph.
Below 12 o’clock sits the Longines name, the winged hourglass logo, and the elegant script “Automatic.”
At the bottom of the dial is “SWISS MADE.”
The dial is in neat condition with a well-kept, high-contrast appearance.
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Chronograph
The watch features a mechanical chronograph with three sub-dials.
Sub-dial at 3 o’clock:
30-minute chronograph counter.
Sub-dial at 6 o’clock:
12-hour chronograph counter.
Sub-dial at 9 o’clock:
Small seconds for normal time display.
The long central seconds hand is used to measure the chronograph elapsed seconds.
The chronograph is operated with the two rectangular pushers on the right side of the case. The placement of the three sub-dials provides a balanced, sporty layout without losing the watch’s classical character.
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Date
The date window sits around 4 to 5 o’clock.
The date appears with dark numerals on a light background and is framed by a clear outline to remain easily readable against the black dial.
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Movement
The watch is equipped with an automatic mechanical Longines chronograph movement from the L688 family.
Caliber: Longines L688
Type: mechanical automatic
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour
Functions: hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph and date
Winding: automatic via rotor
The movement is visible through the transparent case back.
The rotor bears the Longines signature and the famous winged hourglass logo. Various movement components are aesthetically finished, making the backside of the watch an attractive mechanical view as well.
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Timegrapher measurement
Rate deviation: -2 seconds per day
Amplitude: 313°
Beat error: 0.0 ms
Lift angle: 52.0°
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour
These values depict the movement’s performance during the performed measurement. A timegrapher reading is a snapshot and does not constitute a warranty for future accuracy or the watch’s condition.
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Case back
The Saint-Imier features a transparent case back, keeping the automatic mechanical movement visible.
Around the viewing window are various engravings, including:
THE LONGINES SAINT-IMIER COLLECTION
SWISS MADE
WATER-RESISTANT
The combination of the polished steel edge, visible movement, and signed rotor gives the backside a neat, high-quality look.
The steel components of the back show light signs of wear.
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Crown and chronograph pushers
The large fluted crown is engraved with the Longines name and the winged-hourglass logo.
Above and below the crown are the two polished chronograph pushers. The rounded rectangular shape of the pushers complements the flowing lines of the case.
Crown and pushers are in neat used condition with light normal signs of wear.
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Band
The watch is fitted with a black Longines leather strap with a crocodile/alligator pattern.
The inner side reads:
LONGINES
Winged hourglass logo
22
GENUINE LEATHER
The band shows clear signs of wear. Around the lugs and holes there are signs of wear, creases and wear. The inside also shows wear consistent with regular use.
The band color and classic texture match well with the black chronograph dial.
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Clasp
The leather strap features a signed Longines deployant clasp.
The polished clasp bears the Longines name and the winged hourglass logo.
The clasp shows light superficial signs of wear but remains nicely presented.
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Wrist fit
The current strap configuration fits a wrist of approximately 20 cm.
The various holes in the leather strap allow the fit to be adjusted within a certain margin.
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Condition
Case: neat used condition with light superficial signs of wear
Bezel: neat condition with light signs of wear
Dial: neat and well-kept
Crystal: clear and clean
Hour markers: neat condition
Hands: neat condition
Crown: signed Longines crown
Chronograph pushers: neat used condition
Case back: light normal signs of wear
Movement: automatic Longines chronograph movement
Band: black Longines leather band with clear signs of wear
Clasp: signed Longines deployant clasp with light signs of wear
Wrist fit: about 20 cm in the current configuration
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Overall condition
This Longines Saint-Imier Collection L2.784.4 is in a neat used condition. The 43 mm stainless steel case shows light signs of wear consistent with normal wear, while the black dial and crystal present a well-kept impression.
The combination of the solid 43 mm case, black dial, three chronograph sub-dials, large applied “12,” date display, and transparent case back gives this Saint-Imier a nice balance between classic Longines design and a sporty chronograph look.
The black Longines leather strap is clearly worn and shows wear around the lugs. The signed Longines deployant clasp is still tidy and completes the package.
During the timegrapher measurement, a rate deviation of -2 seconds per day was recorded, with an amplitude of 313° and a beat error of 0.0 ms.
Details
Brand
Longines
Gender
Men
Model
Saint-Imier
Band material
Leather
Reference number
L2.784.4
Band length
Long (over 200 mm)
Shipped insured
Yes
Repainted dial
No
Period
2010-2020
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
Black
Case material
Stainless steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
43 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
