Longines Conquest, Ref. 1505-1, Cal. 6952, Men’s Manual Wind Vintage Watch, 1969

Vintage Longines Conquest Dress Vintage Watch from 1969 with a silver brushed dial, men’s manual-wind Cal. 6952 movement, and elegant baton markers, now for sale.

Longines Conquest 1969 — First impression - 1505-1

The Longines Conquest Ref. 1505-1 from 1969 perfectly blends mid-century design language with Longines’ dedication to precision timekeeping. The 35 mm stainless-steel case houses a striking silver brushed dial with a clean and balanced layout, radiating understated elegance. This reference represents a transitional era where the Conquest collection embraced minimalist design while maintaining its robust technical pedigree.

Longines Conquest - Silver Brushed Dial

The dial features a vertically brushed silver finish with applied black baton indices and a framed date window at 3 o’clock. The simple minute track enhances legibility without overcrowding the dial, making it an ideal dress watch for daily use.

Conquest 1505-1 - Hands

The slim blackened baton hands complement the hour markers and maintain perfect visual harmony with the silver background. The sweeping central seconds hand adds a touch of dynamism to the otherwise minimalist aesthetic.

Longines Conquest 1505-1 - Polished Stainless-Steel Case

The 35 mm polished stainless-steel case exhibits sharp, elongated lugs and a thin profile, allowing it to sit comfortably on the wrist. The solid caseback provides durability and protects the manual-wind movement within.

Conquest 1505-1 - Crown

The watch features a signed crown with fine knurling for easy winding and precise time setting, staying true to Longines’ functional approach to design.

Longines Conquest Leather Strap

This example is paired with a refined burgundy lizard-grain leather strap, accentuating the watch’s vintage character while offering excellent comfort and wearability.

Movement and Technical Features

Powering this watch is the Longines Caliber 6952, a hand-wound Swiss movement renowned for its reliability and smooth operation. This caliber was widely used by Longines during the 1960s and is appreciated by collectors for its robust construction and ease of maintenance.

Heritage of the Longines Conquest in the Late 1960s

The Conquest line was Longines’ first named collection, introduced in the mid-1950s. By 1969, it had developed a reputation for combining durability with discreet elegance. This reference exemplifies the late-1960s design trend toward thinner profiles and cleaner dials, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts of vintage Swiss watchmaking.

Longines Conquest — Condition, Originality & Warranty

This Longines Conquest has been fully serviced and is in excellent working order with all original components preserved. It includes a 12-month warranty and worldwide shipping. Browse more Longines vintage watches including rare Conquest editions or discover our full selection of manual-wind vintage watches.