Grey dials have quietly become a favorite among watch fans, and the Longines Conquest L3.700.4.79.6 shows why. Its grey sunray dial shifts from silvery to gunmetal as it catches the light, giving this 41mm quartz chronograph more depth than black and more character than silver.

This is a well-equipped sports chronograph. The Longines L440 quartz caliber drives a three-register layout for 60 seconds, 30 minutes and 12 hours, with a date window near 4 o’clock. A screw-down crown and solid caseback take the steel case to 300 meters of water resistance. Conquest has been Longines’ sports line since 1954, and this model is true to that: precise, tough and easy to own.

Because the case is a fairly sporty 15mm thick, the watch has a solid, purposeful presence on the wrist. The steel bracelet closes with a double push-button folding clasp, and the grey tone works with nearly any color you wear.

Conquest grey sunray chronograph: L3.700.4.79.6 specs

• Case: 41mm stainless steel, about 15mm thick, 21mm lugs
• Dial: grey sunray with three chronograph counters and date
• Movement: Longines L440 Swiss quartz chronograph
• Bezel: fixed stainless steel
• Crystal: scratch-resistant sapphire
• Water resistance: 300 meters, screw-down crown
• Bracelet: stainless steel, push-button folding clasp

A refined alternative to the usual black or blue that is still every bit a sports chronograph.