{"id":61696,"date":"2025-12-26T20:58:50","date_gmt":"2025-12-26T19:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/?p=61696"},"modified":"2025-12-26T21:11:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-26T20:11:05","slug":"introducing-the-longines-master-collection-year-of-the-horse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/en\/introducing-the-longines-master-collection-year-of-the-horse\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing the Longines Master Collection Year of the Horse"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"intro\">Intro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Longines Master Collection Year of the Horse is the Swiss brand\u2019s latest limited-edition collection, named after the <strong>Chinese zodiac<\/strong>, whose New Year runs from February 17th to March 3rd, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, that\u2019s a not-to-be-missed business opportunity for one of the leading brands in the Chinese luxury market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ahead of 2026, Longines unveiled a <strong>celebratory Master Moonphase<\/strong> drawing inspiration from\u00a0the Chinese zodiac, and the Peon Art Museum in Chongqing, named after legendary Chinese artist Peon Xu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"about-the-chinese-zodiac-briefly\">About the Chinese zodiac (briefly)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While our astrology centres on planets orbiting the sun, Chinese astrology historically follows a different approach, dividing the sky into <strong>28 lunar mansions<\/strong> that mark the moon\u2019s journey across the celestial vault.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, each year\u2019s celebration chooses a <strong>different animal<\/strong>, since, according to several tellings, the tradition is linked to Buddha\u2019s last wishes before his death.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/oroscopo-cinese-animali.jpg\" alt=\"oroscopo cinese animali\" class=\"wp-image-61673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/oroscopo-cinese-animali.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/oroscopo-cinese-animali-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Luni Editrice.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>He <strong>called upon all the animals<\/strong>, but only twelve answered. To reward them, Buddha assigned each one a full lunar cycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see via the image above, twelve years after its most recent celebration, next year recurs the <strong>Year of the Horse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why Longines took inspiration from the Galloping Horse by the famous Chinese artist Peon Xu (1895-1953), exhibited at the aforementioned Peon Xu Museum in Chongqing, to design an exclusive limited edition watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-master-collection-year-of-the-horse\">The Master Collection Year of the Horse<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Behind the Longines Master Collection Year of the Horse stands a fascinating story and <strong>a Chinese artist<\/strong> admired for his milestone animal paintings.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-2-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 2\" class=\"wp-image-61685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-2-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-2-480x320.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-2-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-2-1280x853.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-2.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While a standard Master Moonphase is a core model in the brand\u2019s portfolio, the 2026-piece limited-edition watch sets itself apart in <strong>a class of its\u00a0own<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peon Xu <strong>pioneered Chinese painting<\/strong> techniques, merging Chinese realism with Western ink painting techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this regard, his works celebrate an <strong>artistic connection between East and West<\/strong>, and we assume it drove Longines\u2019s choice for their commemorative Master Moonphase.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"748\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-3.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 3\" class=\"wp-image-61679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-3.jpeg 748w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-3-249x300.jpeg 249w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Adopting black, red, and gold (the golden waves left by the horse as it passes by), the\u00a0dial pays homage to Peon Xu\u2019s <strong>Galloping Horse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dial is <strong>smoked red<\/strong> with a sunburst finish, and the four hands and applied indexes are crafted from 2N yellow gold.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-1.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 1\" class=\"wp-image-61675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-1.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-1-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The central theme stands out on the <strong>custom-designed winding mass<\/strong> and equally adds a distinctive touch while highlighting the brand\u2019s close relationship with <strong>equestrian sports<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"731\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse\" class=\"wp-image-61689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse.jpeg 731w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-244x300.jpeg 244w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Coloured in <strong>yellow<\/strong>, the winding mass is the most distinctive feature of this Master Moonphase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-main-specs\">The main specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>They are as\u00a0follows: the case measures <strong>42.00 mm in diameter<\/strong> <strong>and 11.20 mm thick<\/strong>, with a lug-to-lug of 49.70 mm and a 20.00 mm distance between them; all in all, what you\u2019d expect from a classic watch this size.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-2.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 2\" class=\"wp-image-61677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-2.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-2-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-2-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Securing\u00a0the case to the wrist is a <strong>black alligator leather strap<\/strong> with a folding clasp and triple safety mechanism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Longines Master Collection Year of the Horse houses the tried-and-tested <strong>Longines L899.5<\/strong> movement, working at 3 Hz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a fairly magnetic-resistant calibre thanks to a silicon hairspring, and can run for at least <strong>72 hours<\/strong> when fully wound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Longines Master Collection Year of the Horse <strong>retails for \u20ac3,150<\/strong> and will be produced in 2,026 pieces, each bearing the inscription <em>\u201cONE OF 2026\u201d<\/em> engraved on the caseback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a fan of limited edition watches or not, it\u2019s <strong>a brilliant way to customise<\/strong> a watch, and not just any, considering that Longines\u2019s production includes a few limited edition models.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"748\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-4.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 4\" class=\"wp-image-61681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-4.jpeg 748w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-4-249x300.jpeg 249w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Instead, I believe the\u00a0brand should release <strong>more exclusive models<\/strong>, as refined as this one, that build on engaging storytelling and offer a clever customisation process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In brief, the watch looks and feels different from any Master Moonphase, and is <strong>very attractive<\/strong> from\u00a0any angle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top.jpeg\" data-pswp-width=\"1300\" data-pswp-height=\"867\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"61687\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse top\" class=\"wp-image-61687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-top-300x200.jpeg 300w, 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height=\"900\" data-id=\"61681\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-4.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 4\" class=\"wp-image-61681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-4.jpeg 748w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-4-249x300.jpeg 249w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-5.jpeg\" data-pswp-width=\"700\" data-pswp-height=\"700\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" data-id=\"61683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-5.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 5\" class=\"wp-image-61683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-5.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-5-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-5-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse.jpeg\" data-pswp-width=\"731\" data-pswp-height=\"900\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"731\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"61689\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse\" class=\"wp-image-61689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse.jpeg 731w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-244x300.jpeg 244w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-2.jpeg\" data-pswp-width=\"700\" data-pswp-height=\"700\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" data-id=\"61677\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-2.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 2\" class=\"wp-image-61677\" 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\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-3.jpeg\" data-pswp-width=\"748\" data-pswp-height=\"900\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"748\" height=\"900\" data-id=\"61679\" src=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-3.jpeg\" alt=\"The Longines Master Collection Year of the horse 3\" class=\"wp-image-61679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-3.jpeg 748w, https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/The-Longines-Master-Collection-Year-of-the-horse-3-249x300.jpeg 249w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>(Photo credit: Longines)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">Giovanni Maria Di Biase 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