Longines Master L27734716, 42mm, Silver Dial, Silver Metal Bracelet
Longines Master, Silver Dial
Longines Master Collection is a 42mm stainless steel automatic with L687 movement, sapphire crystal, moon phase, date and chronograph on a silver dial.
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About this item
- Automatic L687 movement with hours, minutes and small seconds
- 24-hour indicator at 9 o'clock, date shown by half-moon central hand
- Chronograph with central 60-second hand and 30-minute counter
- Moon phase display at 6 o'clock, day and month at 12 o'clock
- Sapphire crystal transparent case back
- Stainless steel bracelet with triple safety folding clasp
Top Highlights
- Brand
- Longines
- Model Name
- Master
- Model Number
- L27734716
- Department
- Men
- Item Type
- Dress Watch
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
Features & Specs
- Display
- Analog
- Movement Type
- Swiss automatic
- Calibre
- L687
- Additional Features
- Chronograph
- Complications
- Chronograph, Date, Moonphase, Day-date, 24-hour indicator
- Case Material
- Stainless steel
- Case Size
- 42.0 mm
- Case Thickness
- 14.2 mm
- Lug Width
- 21.0 mm
- Water Resistance
- 0 m
- Strap
- Metal
- Clasp
- Triple safety folding clasp with push-piece opening
- Crystal
- Sapphire crystal
- Bezel
- Stainless Steel
Style
- Dial Shape
- Round
- Dial Colour
- Silver
- Band Color
- Silver-tone
- Collection
- Master Collection
Description
The Longines Master Collection 42mm is a classically styled automatic for those who appreciate complicated dial layouts in a restrained, round stainless steel case. It pairs a silver dial with a full steel bracelet and suits formal and everyday wear alike.
Powering it is the automatic L687 movement, a Swiss-made calibre housed in a 42mm stainless steel case that is 14.2mm thick. The dial is protected by sapphire crystal, and the bezel is also stainless steel. Lug width is 21mm.
The standout feature is the dial itself. A central 60-second chronograph hand and 30-minute counter sit alongside a moon phase display at 6 o'clock, day and month at 12 o'clock, and a 24-hour indicator at 9 o'clock. Date is read from a half-moon central hand. A sapphire case back shows the movement, and the triple safety folding clasp keeps the bracelet secure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I wear the Longines Master Collection every day?
Yes for daily wear in an office or formal setting. The stainless steel case, sapphire crystal and steel bracelet are built for regular use. At 14.2mm thick it is a little tall, so check how it sits under your cuffs before committing to it as an everyday watch.
Will a 42mm case fit a smaller wrist?
A 42mm round case with a 21mm lug width sits fairly large on slim wrists. Wrists around 6.5 to 8 inches usually carry it well. The steel bracelet can be sized by removing links, which helps if your wrist is toward the smaller end of that range.
How does the L687 movement work with the moon phase and chronograph?
The automatic L687 winds from wrist motion. A central 60-second hand and 30-minute counter handle timing, while a moon phase sits at 6 o'clock and day and month at 12 o'clock. The 24-hour indicator at 9 o'clock helps with day and night.
How is it different from a simple three-hand automatic?
Compared with a plain three-hander, this Longines adds a chronograph, moon phase, full calendar and 24-hour indicator. The trade-off is a busier dial and extra thickness. If you only want to read the time quickly, a simpler alternative is probably more suitable.
Who is this Longines suitable for?
It suits someone who values traditional complications and a metal bracelet with a triple safety folding clasp. Its silver dial and polished steel look work well in formal wear, and the sapphire case back appeals to people who enjoy watching the movement.
Does it need regular service, and can I swim or shower with it?
As a mechanical automatic it benefits from periodic service, usually every few years. No water resistance rating is given here, so keep it away from swimming and showering and avoid exposing the crown to water in daily use.
Editor's take
Longines has long built its reputation on elegant complications, and the Master Collection is where that approach is most visible. This 42mm steel model with a silver dial is aimed at buyers who want a full-calendar chronograph with moon phase rather than a simple three-hander.
The L687 automatic movement drives a central 60-second hand, a 30-minute counter, a moon phase display at 6 o'clock and a 24-hour indicator at 9 o'clock. The sapphire crystal and sapphire case back make the layout easy to admire, since you can watch the movement work through the back.
The trade-off is size and thickness. At 14.2mm tall, this is not a slim dress watch and it may sit awkwardly under a tight cuff. The dial is also dense, with several indicators, so quick legibility is lower than on a simple three-hander.
It suits collectors who value traditional complications and a full steel bracelet with a triple safety folding clasp. For a similar budget, a simpler Swiss automatic chronograph would be the alternative if you prefer a cleaner dial and a thinner case.
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