The new Longines Spirit Pilot arrives in blue. Longines has added matte blue dials to the three-hand Spirit Pilot and to the hand-wound Spirit Pilot Flyback. Both keep a compact 39mm steel case and 100m of water resistance. Each comes on a blue rubber strap or a steel bracelet, with prices from $2,700 to $5,550. Together, they extend the Longines Spirit family with four new references.
This guide covers what changed, how each model is built, and which version suits which buyer.
Why Blue Makes Sense for the Spirit Pilot
Longines introduced black-dial versions of both models a year ago. Collectors welcomed them. The restrained look and smaller cases were the draw. Blue is the natural next step.
Blue is also a safe, versatile color. It works with a suit and with a T-shirt. It adds personality without losing the cockpit-instrument feel that defines a pilot watch.
The Spirit collection itself dates to 2020. It draws on Longines’ long aviation history and on vintage watches worn by early aviators. Since then, it has grown with new sizes, new materials, and new complications. These blue models continue that slow, deliberate growth.
The Three-Hand Pilot in Blue
The Spirit Pilot is the simplest watch in the group. It shows hours, minutes, and seconds, with no date window. That keeps the dial clean.
The 39mm stainless steel case is 11.5mm thick and 47.2mm lug to lug. Rhodium-plated applied Arabic numerals and sword-style hands sit on the matte blue dial. Super-LumiNova coats the numerals and hands for a green glow in the dark. A sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating protects the dial. The screw-down crown and screw-in case back support 100m of water resistance.
Inside is the Longines L888.4, an ETA-based automatic caliber made exclusively for Longines. Several details stand out:
- Power reserve: 72 hours, which is weekend-proof
- Frequency: 25,200 vibrations per hour
- Balance spring: Silicon, with magnetic resistance up to 10 times the ISO 764 standard
- Certification: COSC chronometer
You can choose the strap. The Longines Pilot rubber strap version has a Swiss-made blue rubber strap with a pin buckle, and it costs $2,700. It is easy to wear and easy to swap. The Longines Pilot steel bracelet version has a three-row steel bracelet with a folding push-button clasp and micro-adjustment, and it costs $3,100.
The Flyback Chronograph in Blue
The Spirit Pilot Flyback is the more complex model. It is a chronograph watch with a flyback function. That feature lets you restart the timing hand with one press, without stopping and resetting it first.
Longines has a real history here. The brand was developing flyback chronographs in the 1930s, and it filed a patent for one in 1935. So the function on this watch is more than a borrowed name.
The case is 39.5mm across, 47.4mm lug to lug, and 13.4mm thick. A bidirectional bezel carries a blue ceramic insert with a countdown scale. Together with the blue dial, it gives the watch a monochrome look. Two pump-style pushers flank the crown. The subdials sit at 3 and 9 o’clock for 30 elapsed minutes and running seconds. Water resistance is 100m.
A Hand-Wound Movement You Can See
Powering the Flyback is the hand-wound Longines L792.4. A sapphire exhibition caseback shows it off. The caliber uses a column wheel to drive the chronograph. It also has a silicon balance spring, a 68-hour power reserve, and COSC chronometer certification. It beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour.
Hand winding suits a watch like this one. If you are new to it, our guide to manual wind watches explains how it works and why many owners enjoy the routine.
Two versions are available. The Longines Flyback rubber strap model costs $5,250, and the Longines Flyback steel bracelet model costs $5,550.
Sizing and Wear on the 39mm Cases
At 39mm and 39.5mm, both watches wear on the compact side. That is a deliberate return to classic pilot proportions. Lug-to-lug lengths of 47.2mm and 47.4mm suit a wide range of wrists.
The three-hand Pilot is the slimmer of the two at 11.5mm. The Flyback is 13.4mm thick, which is a normal height for a chronograph with a column wheel.
Prices and Availability
Here are all four references at a glance:
- Spirit Pilot on blue rubber (L3.809.4.93.9): $2,700
- Spirit Pilot on steel bracelet (L3.809.4.93.6): $3,100
- Spirit Pilot Flyback on blue rubber (L3.721.4.93.9): $5,250
- Spirit Pilot Flyback on steel bracelet (L3.721.4.93.6): $5,550
All four references are listed on our site with an Inquire for Availability button. Use it to ask about a specific model. Precision Watches is an authorized Longines dealer near Philadelphia, and our team can answer questions about the collection. You can also browse all Longines watches to see the rest of the lineup.
Which New Spirit Pilot Is Right for You?
Each model suits a different buyer:
- The three-hand Pilot suits someone who wants a clean, everyday aviation watch with a long power reserve.
- The Flyback suits someone who enjoys mechanical watchmaking and wants a hand-wound chronograph.
- The rubber strap suits casual, active wear.
- The steel bracelet suits a dressier look and daily office wear.
If you already like the collection, our look at the Longines Spirit Chronograph shows another side of the line. To learn more about the brand behind it, read the history of Longines.
New Longines Spirit Pilot FAQs
What is the new Longines Spirit Pilot?
It is the Spirit Pilot and Spirit Pilot Flyback in new matte blue dials. Both use 39mm stainless steel cases.
How much does the new Longines Spirit Pilot cost?
The three-hand Pilot costs $2,700 on the blue rubber strap and $3,100 on the steel bracelet. The Flyback costs $5,250 on the strap and $5,550 on the bracelet.
What movement is in the new Longines Spirit Pilot?
The three-hand Pilot uses the automatic L888.4, with a 72-hour power reserve. The Flyback uses the hand-wound L792.4, with a column wheel and a 68-hour power reserve. Both are COSC certified.
How big is the new Longines Spirit Pilot?
The Pilot has a 39mm case that is 11.5mm thick. The Flyback has a 39.5mm case that is 13.4mm thick.
Is the new Longines Spirit Pilot water resistant?
Yes. Both models are rated to 100m.
What is a flyback chronograph?
It is a chronograph that lets you reset and restart the timing hand with a single press. You do not need to stop it first.
