{"product_id":"case-655-longines-hydroconquest-gmt-41-rootbeer-ref-l3-790-4-06-6","title":"Case #655 — Longines HydroConquest GMT 41 “Rootbeer” Ref. L3.790.4.66.6","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase #655 — Longines HydroConquest GMT 41 “Rootbeer”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRef. L3.790.4.66.6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStatus: Available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very Good Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScope: Box, Papers, and Cards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe HydroConquest GMT \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003etakes one of Longines’ most capable modern sports-watch platforms and adds a true travel complication without compromising its dive-watch credentials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eThis “Rootbeer” configuration is especially distinctive. \u003c\/span\u003eThe sunray brown dial and matching \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ebrown \u003c\/span\u003eceramic bezel shift \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003enoticeably\u003c\/span\u003e with the light, moving from deep chocolate \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003etones indoors \u003c\/span\u003eto warmer bronze and copper tones\u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003e in brighter conditions. Against\u003c\/span\u003e the stainless-steel case and bracelet, the \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eresult feels richer and more refined than the more conventional black or blue versions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 41 mm, the proportions \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eare versatile and wearable, while the \u003c\/span\u003eLongines Calibre L844 \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eprovides GMT functionality\u003c\/span\u003e, approximately 72 hours of power reserve, and a silicon balance spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example dates from 2024 and presents in very good pre-owned condition. It includes its box, papers, and cards and is currently sized for approximately a 7¾-inch wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Evidence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference: L3.790.4.66.6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: HydroConquest GMT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Diameter: 41 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: Approximately 12.9 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLug Width: 21 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDial: Sunray Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrystal: Sapphire with \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eAnti-Reflective Coating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBezel: Unidirectional Rotating Brown Ceramic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown: Screw-Down\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovement: Longines Calibre L844\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMovement Type: Automatic GMT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency: 25,200 VPH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalance Spring: Silicon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Reserve: Approximately 72 Hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctions: Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds, Date, GMT \/ Second Time Zone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Resistance: 300 meters \/ 30 bar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracelet: Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClasp: Double-Security Folding Clasp with Micro-Adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracelet Fit: Approximately 7¾-inch wrist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very Good Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded: Box, Papers, and Cards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe HydroConquest GMT \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003erepresents a significant evolution of Longines’ established dive-watch line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than simply adding a fourth hand to \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ethe standard HydroConquest, Longines built this generation around the L844 automatic GMT movement\u003c\/span\u003e while retaining the collection’s 300-meter water resistance, ceramic bezel, screw-down crown, and robust \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003esports-watch construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ea watch that works equally well as a travel companion and as a serious everyday diver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brown configuration is \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ewhat gives this reference its character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eThe sunray dial adds depth and variation rather than presenting as \u003c\/span\u003ea flat brown surface, \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ewhile the\u003c\/span\u003e matching ceramic bezel \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ereinforces the warm palette. The stainless-\u003c\/span\u003esteel case and bracelet keep the watch \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003egrounded and prevent the overall look \u003c\/span\u003efrom becoming overly \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003edressy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eIt is an unusual color combination for a modern dive watch, which helps\u003c\/span\u003e the “Rootbeer” nickname \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003efeel appropriate without making the watch look novelty-driven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the Case File\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 41 mm and \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eapproximately\u003c\/span\u003e 12.9 mm thick, the HydroConquest GMT \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eoffers\u003c\/span\u003e substantial capability without becoming \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eoversized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe L844 movement provides approximately 72 hours of \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003epower reserve, making the watch practical for rotation as well as travel. The \u003c\/span\u003emicro-adjustment clasp \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eimproves everyday comfort, while the\u003c\/span\u003e 300-meter water\u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003e-resistance rating keeps the watch firmly within true dive-watch territory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 2024 example adds very good \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003epre-owned condition, a complete BPC presentation\u003c\/span\u003e, and bracelet sizing to approximately \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ea 7¾-inch wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBST Verdict\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003eA strong modern Longines with real capability and a less conventional personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brown sunray dial and matching ceramic bezel give \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ethis HydroConquest GMT a warmer, more distinctive look, while the 41 mm case, \u003c\/span\u003eL844 movement, 72-hour reserve, micro-adjustment bracelet, and 300-meter rating provide \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003egenuine substance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA complete 2024 example in very good condition makes Case 655 \u003cspan class=\"iJBc4W_changedText\"\u003ean especially attractive way into one of Longines’ most versatile modern sports watches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery case deserves a closer look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Street Timepieces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58455166779695,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5359\/5439\/files\/BST_6517.jpg?v=1789177767","url":"https:\/\/bakerstreettimepieces.com\/products\/case-655-longines-hydroconquest-gmt-41-rootbeer-ref-l3-790-4-06-6","provider":"Baker Street Timepieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}