I Purchased My First Longines: A Watch So Classy It Makes Most Pateks, APs, & Rolex Look Tacky!

My Fluco X Gentry Labs leather watch case: https://holbensfinewatchbands.com/products/fluco-x-gentry-labs-leather-watch-case During the summer I had the honor of co-hosting the inaugural event at the new flagship Longines store in NYC, and reviewing the Longines Legend Diver. As you know, I love history, artistry, and horological innovation; and in discovering firsthand many of the brand's massively historical pieces that were brought to the event from their museum...inevitably, I caught the Longines bug. And so, after a few months of watch hunting, I finally came across a piece that encapsulates everything that makes this Swiss watchmaker so revered, worthy of respect, timelessly elegant, and amazing value for money—especially when compared to timepieces from other brands like Patek Philippe, Rolex, Richard Mille, and Audemars Piguet. Join me for an exciting Longines watch unboxing of an overlooked and hidden capolavoro I recently purchased, and the very first Longines in my watch collection. We'll take a close look at its features, and how it wears out on the streets of New York City, with some art deco architectural masterpieces as the perfect setting for such a classy brand. What do you think about this 1950s 23Z manual wind caliber based watch? Which Longines speaks to you the most? And what have you added to your collection this year? Please share in the comments, and here's to another year...onwards and upwards! Get your Urban Gentry coffee mug, Hugo Rex-mas tee, #wr