NEW Longines Hydroconquest Quartz - AFFORDABLE KING?! - YouTube - Chisholm Hunter

The video reviews the newly released Longines HydroConquest Quartz, highlighting its 42 mm case size, slim 11.3 mm thickness, and consistent lug-to-lug measurement of 51.2 mm that matches the automatic version. It details the available stainless‑steel and PVD finishes, including yellow‑gold and rose‑gold options, and notes the watch’s 300 m water resistance, screw‑down crown, and unidirectional dive bezel with satisfying clicks. The quartz movement L157.3 provides hours, minutes, seconds, and date at the 3 o’clock position, while the caseback features an engraved motif. A premium‑feeling bracelet with a deployant clasp is included, though the micro‑adjust feature found on newer automatics is absent, and a mesh strap is not yet offered. Pricing places the quartz model at around £1,350, roughly £600‑£700 less than the automatic counterpart, positioning it as a compelling value proposition for consumers seeking a luxury dive watch at a more affordable price. The creator frames the release as part of a broader market shift toward accessible mid‑tier offerings, praising Longines for delivering a well‑finished, stylish option without compromising core specifications.