Longines Legend Diver 59: The Return of the 42mm Compressor-Inspired Classic

By Brent Robillard Forward to the past The first time I saw the new Longines Legend Diver 59 was back in March during a Longines novelties presentation in Mexico City. Truthfully, I had a hard time deciding whether this or the new HydroConquest was my favourite dive release from the brand this year. They approach the same genre from completely different directions. The HydroConquest feels … Continue reading Longines Legend Diver 59: The Return of the 42mm Compressor-Inspired Classic

The Compressor Case: History, Design, and Legacy

by Brent Robillard Introduction Among vintage dive watches—and tool watches in general—there’s a certain silhouette that tends to catch the eye—and more often than not, it features two crowns, no crown guards, and a minimalist dial with an internal rotating bezel. It’s a look that screams mid-century function-forward cool, and chances are, it’s based on what collectors affectionately refer to as the “compressor case.” But … Continue reading The Compressor Case: History, Design, and Legacy