Longines - Master Collection - L2.793.4 - Men - 2010-2020

Longines Master Collection L2.793.4 – 40 mm – automatic – black dial – Roman numerals – date – caliber L888.2

This Longines Master Collection L2.793.4 combines the classic look of the Master Collection with a striking black dial. The polished stainless steel case has a diameter of 40 mm and is matched by large Roman hour markers, silver-toned hands, and a date window at 3 o'clock.

Via the transparent case back, the automatic Longines caliber L888.2 is visible. The watch is worn on a black leather strap with crocodile pattern and a Longines-signed folding clasp. The strap shows clear signs of wear.

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Basic information

Brand: Longines
Collection: Master Collection
Reference: L2.793.4
Diameter: 40 mm
Case material: stainless steel
Dial: black
Hour markings: Roman numerals
Movement: automatic
Caliber: Longines L888.2
Functions: hours, minutes, central seconds and date
Date position: 3 o'clock
Glass: sapphire crystal
Back: transparent case back
Band: black leather strap with crocodile pattern
Clasp: Longines-signed folding clasp
Wrist circumference: approx. 20 cm

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Important details

The black dial features a fine, textured finish that gives the watch a subtly shifting character depending on the lighting.

The large silver Roman numerals provide a classic look and stand out clearly against the dark background. Around it is a separate minute scale with Arabic numerals every five minutes.

The rectangular date window is at 3 o'clock and has a silver-colored surroundings.

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Estimated year of manufacture

Estimated production period: circa second half of the 2010s.

Reference L2.793.4 belongs to a newer generation of the Longines Master Collection and is equipped with the Longines L888.2 caliber.

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Case

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

The case is predominantly high-gloss polished and features the characteristic long, slightly curved lugs of the Master Collection. This gives the watch an elegant dress-watch appearance despite its 40 mm diameter.

On the polished surfaces there are light signs of wear and hairlines that are consistent with normal worn use.

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Dial

The black dial is one of the most distinctive features of this version.

Edition:
Black structured dial
Large silver Roman numerals
Silver-tone feuille-shaped hour and minute hands
Central seconds hand
Date window at 3 o'clock
Minute scale along the outer rim
Longines logo and winged hourglass below 12 o'clock
"AUTOMATIC" above 6 o'clock
"SWISS MADE" at the bottom of the dial

The dial presents itself neatly and the inscriptions and hour markers are sharp.

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Movement

The watch is powered by the automatic Longines caliber L888.2.

Caliber: L888.2
Type: mechanical automatic
Frequency: 25,200 A/h
Functions: hours, minutes, central seconds and date
Power reserve: approx. 64 hours

The movement features decorative finishing and a Longines-signed rotor and is visible through the transparent back.

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Timegrapher measurement

During the measurement, the following values were recorded:

Rate deviation: -9 seconds per day
Amplitude: 286°
Beat error: 0.7 ms
Lift angle: 52.0°
Frequency: 25,200 A/h

The measured amplitude is good. The deviation of -9 seconds per day and beat error of 0.7 ms provide a usable impression of the current rate of the movement.

A timegrapher measurement is always a snapshot in a single position and does not constitute a guarantee of future accuracy or the complete technical condition of the movement.

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Crown

The grooved crown is located at 3 o'clock and features the Longines logo.

The crown's shape and finish harmonize well with the polished case.

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Case back

The case back is transparent, allowing the automatic movement to be seen.

Around the outer ring are indications such as:

THE LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION
ALL STAINLESS STEEL
SWISS MADE
WATER-RESISTANT

applied.

Through the glass, the decorated movement with Longines-signed rotor and the designation L888.2 are visible.

The back shows light superficial signs of wear and hairlines.

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Bracelet and clasp

The watch is equipped with a black leather strap with crocodile pattern and contrasting stitching.

The strap shows clear signs of wear. Especially on the inside there is wear and discoloration. Also around the lugs and on the outside there are signs of use.

The Longines-signed folding clasp is made of steel and shows superficial scratches and hairlines from use.

The current sizing is suitable for a wrist circumference of about 20 cm.

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Condition

Case: neat used condition with light hairlines and superficial signs of wear
Dial: neat condition
Glass: neat impression with no obvious damage
Crown: Longines-signed
Back: light signs of wear on the steel parts
Movement: automatic Longines L888.2
Band: clearly worn, with wear and discoloration mainly on the inside
Clasp: Longines-signed folding clasp with signs of use

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Overall condition

A classic 40 mm Longines Master Collection with a less common black dial and large Roman numerals. The case and dial present themselves neatly, while the leather strap shows clearer signs of wear. The automatic L888.2 caliber is visible through the transparent case back and showed a rate deviation of -9 seconds per day and an amplitude of 286 during the timegrapher measurement.