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Citizen Mickey MousevsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK

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Mickey Mouse
CitizenMickey Mouse
MSRP $319
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK
MSRP $5,000
What people say

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

Citizen Mickey Mouse

Owners report the Citizen Mickey Mouse has detailed dial art with luminous paint and a 42mm case diameter with 22mm band width and 10 ATM water resistance, though one user measured the actual diameter closer to 45.8mm. One owner experienced significant timekeeping issues, with the watch gaining 5-7 minutes every 30 minutes due to swapped movement parts, describing the ticking as "on turbo." On balance, the Citizen Mickey Mouse is rated poorly by owners due to severe timekeeping inaccuracy and potential movement issues.

LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Flyback for its attractive design, well-finished titanium case, and value as a chronometer-certified flyback chronograph. Specific positive notes include its fun and useful flyback function for cooking, and the perceived adventure-ready, indestructible feel of the titanium model. However, reviewers and owners consistently flag its 17mm thickness as a significant detractor from wearability, with some finding it too chunky for daily wear. There is also a split opinion on the dial design, with some preferring the older five-star motif and gold hands/markers, while others appreciate the cleaner, simplified dial and cutoff numerals. The Longines Spirit Flyback is priced around $5,350-$6,500 USD. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Flyback highly for its flyback chronograph complication and attractive design, despite widespread concerns about its thickness.

From video reviewers

The Spirit Flyback's heritage-inspired design is a notable strength, with a distinctive look reminiscent of the original Flyback Chronograph. The watch's price point is somewhat high compared to its competitors, which might be a drawback for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's design, with one reviewer feeling it needed more of an edge to stand out in the Spirit collection, while another praises its heritage-inspired style.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Mickey Mouse42mm
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK42mm
Power Reserve
Mickey Mouse40h
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK40h
Water Resistance
Mickey Mouse100m
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK100m
MSRP
Mickey Mouse$319
LONGINES SPIRIT FLYBACK$5,000

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Casual
Chronograph
Thickness
12mm
17mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J810
L791.4
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$319
$5,000
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