Longines - Master Collection - Full Set - L2.648.4 - Men - 2012

Longines Master Collection Big Date L2.648.4 – 40 mm – automatic – big date – silver guilloché dial – stainless steel bracelet – full set – 2012

Elegant Longines Master Collection with reference L2.648.4, executed in a 40 mm stainless steel case with a finely finished silver-colored guilloché dial, blued hands and the distinctive large date display at 3 o'clock. The watch is powered by the automatic Longines caliber L607.2, visible through the sapphire crystal case back.

This example dates from 2012 and is offered as a full set with Longines inner and outer box, international warranty card, manual and accompanying documentation. The stainless steel bracelet and the combination of polished and brushed surfaces give the watch a classic yet versatile appearance.

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Basic information

Brand: Longines
Collection: The Longines Master Collection
Reference: L2.648.4
Year of manufacture: 2012
Movement: automatic mechanical
Caliber: Longines L607.2
Case material: stainless steel
Case diameter: 40 mm
Dial: silver-colored, guilloché
Glass: sapphire glass
Case back: transparent case back
Functions: hours, minutes, central second and big date
Bracelet: stainless steel
Clasp: Longines-signed folding clasp
Water resistance according to model specifications: 3 bar / 30 meters
Set: full set

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Important details

A characteristic feature of this model is the big date display at 3 o'clock. Instead of a conventional small date window, this version uses a wide date display with two separate numerals. This makes the date considerably larger and easier to read.

The silver-colored dial features a fine guilloché pattern and is paired with large black Arabic numerals. The blued feuille hands provide the classic color contrast strongly associated with the Master Collection.

On the back, the automatic caliber L607.2 is visible through the transparent case back.

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Year of manufacture

Year of manufacture: 2012

The stated year of manufacture fits the production period of this generation of the Master Collection and the Longines L607.2 movement used.

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Case

The round case is made of stainless steel and has a diameter of 40 mm.

The case features predominantly high-gloss polished surfaces, including the slim bezel and the sides. The relatively slender bezel leaves plenty of space for the dial, making the watch look larger and very open.

There are light traces of use on the polished parts and fine hairlines that are typical for regular wear. No conspicuously heavy dents are visible.

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Dial

The silver-colored dial has a fine guilloché texture that becomes clearly visible depending on the light.

Variant:
- Silver guilloché dial
- Large black Arabic numerals
- Blued feuille hour and minute hands
- Blued central seconds hand
- Longines logo with winged hourglass under 12 o'clock
- AUTOMATIC above 6 o'clock
- SWISS MADE at bottom
- Minute/second scale along the outer edge
- Big date display at 3 o'clock

The dial presents itself very neatly, and the black numerals and blue hands provide a strong contrast.

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Big date

One of the key features of this L2.648.4 is the so-called Big Date.

The date is displayed at 3 o'clock in a relatively large rectangular window. The date consists of two side-by-side digits, making it significantly larger than in a traditional date window.

In the images, the date is set to 12.

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Movement

The watch is equipped with the automatic Longines caliber L607.2.

Caliber: Longines L607.2
Type: mechanical automatic
Frequency: 28,800 half-oscillations per hour
Power reserve: approximately 42 hours
Functions: hours, minutes, central second and big date
Hand-winding: possible
Stop-seconds: present

The movement is finished with decorative patterns and features a signed Longines rotor. The designation L607.2 is clearly displayed on the rotor.

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Case back

The stainless steel case back is fitted with a transparent window, allowing the automatic movement to be visible.

Around the viewing window are the usual Longines- and Master Collection markings. The polished edge of the case back shows normal light wear.

The visible movement and the decorated rotor give this model a distinctly higher-end appearance than a solid case back.

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Crown

The watch has a serrated, Longines-signed crown.

The crown size is well balanced with the relatively classic case and allows manual winding and setting of time and date.

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Stainless steel bracelet

The watch is fitted with a stainless steel bracelet with a combination of brushed and polished parts.

The wider middle links have a brushed finish, while various outer parts are polished. This visually ties the bracelet to the polished case.

The bracelet shows normal signs of use and fine scratches, especially on the highly polished parts.

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Clasp

The stainless steel bracelet features a Longines-signed folding clasp.

The clasp bears both LONGINES and the winged hourglass logo.

The high-gloss parts of the clasp show clearly visible fine scratches and hairlines from normal use. The engravings and logos are well preserved.

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Wrist size

The current bracelet configuration yields an approximate wrist circumference of 20 cm.

The final fit may vary slightly depending on available links and adjustment.

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Glass

The watch is equipped with sapphire crystal.

The crystal appears clear and the dial is easily legible. No conspicuously heavy damage to the crystal is visible.

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Water resistance

The model specification states 3 bar / 30 meters.
With a used watch, the original water resistance cannot be guaranteed. For use in or around water, an up-to-date pressure test is advised.

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Included

This piece is offered as a full set, consisting of:
- Longines Master Collection L2.648.4
- Longines inner/presentation box
- Longines outer box
- Longines International Warranty card
- Longines Instructions for Use / Mode d’Emploi
- Longines Master Collection documentation

The packaging shows clear signs of age and use. In particular, the light outer box has discoloration, spots, superficial wear, and damage to a corner. The interior of the presentation box also shows aging and signs of use. This does not affect the completeness of the set but is part of the condition of the packaging.

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Condition

Case: neat used condition with light hairlines and superficial signs of wear on the polished parts.
Bezel: light fine signs of wear, without notable deep damage.
Dial: very neat condition, with well-preserved guilloché texture, numerals and inscriptions.
Hands: neat condition, with characteristic blue finish.
Crystal: clear and without noticeable heavy damage.
Bracelet: neat used condition with normal scratches and hairlines on the brushed and polished links.
Clasp: more evident signs of use and fine scratches on the highly polished parts.
Case back: normal signs of wear around the steel rim; the transparent back provides good visibility of the movement.
Boxes: clear signs of age, storage, and use, especially on the light outer box and the interior of the presentation box.

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Overall condition

A well-kept 2012 Longines Master Collection L2.648.4 with an attractive combination of a 40 mm steel case, silver guilloché dial, blued hands and a striking big date display.

The watch shows normal signs of wear for its age, with fine scratches mainly on the polished parts of the bracelet and clasp. The dial presents itself very neatly and the automatic Longines L607.2 movement is visible through the transparent case back.

This piece is offered complete with the corresponding Longines inner and outer box, warranty card, manual, and Master Collection documentation.