Which is cheaper, the Oak & Oscar The Ashland or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

At MSRP the Oak & Oscar The Ashland is the cheaper of the two at $1,850, against $3,550 for the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME — a $1,700 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Oak & Oscar The Ashland or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Oak & Oscar The Ashland wears larger at 39.5mm versus 39mm for the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Oak & Oscar The Ashland or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Oak & Oscar The Ashland is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Oak & Oscar The Ashland or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME carries a 72-hour power reserve against 42 hours hours on the Oak & Oscar The Ashland.

What movement does the Oak & Oscar The Ashland run compared to the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Oak & Oscar The Ashland uses the ETA 2892A2 and the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME uses the L844.4.

Side by side

Oak & Oscar The AshlandvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Oak & Oscar The Ashland

ASHLAND

MSRP $1,850

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

L3.802.4.63.6

MSRP $3,550

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

The Ashland39.5mm

SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm

Power Reserve

The Ashland42 hoursh

SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h

Water Resistance

The Ashland200m

SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m

MSRP

The Ashland$1,850

SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Double-domed

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AR Coating

Underside

Both sides

Dial Color

Green

Anthracite

Indices

Applied

Applied Arabic numerals

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

ETA 2892A2

L844.4

Beat Rate

4 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

42 hoursh

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

GMT, Chronograph, Date

Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,850

$3,550

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Oak & Oscar The Ashland

Owners widely appreciate Oak & Oscar The Ashland for its handsome design, symmetrical dial layout, and good timekeeping, with one owner reporting -4 seconds per day. Some pre-owned examples show minor marks on the lugs, bezel, and case, along with strap wear, consistent with normal use. On balance, owners value Oak & Oscar The Ashland for its attractive design and reliable performance.

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Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

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