Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) or the LONGINES TUXEDO?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) is the cheaper of the two at $375, against $3,900 for the LONGINES TUXEDO — a $3,525 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) or the LONGINES TUXEDO?

The Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the LONGINES TUXEDO — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) or the LONGINES TUXEDO?

The Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) is rated to 100m versus 30m for the LONGINES TUXEDO.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) or the LONGINES TUXEDO?

The LONGINES TUXEDO carries a 54-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red).

What movement does the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) run compared to the LONGINES TUXEDO?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) uses the SII NH35A and the LONGINES TUXEDO uses the L895.5.

Side by side

Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)vsLongines LONGINES TUXEDO

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

Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)

hull-california-automatic-popeye-sailors-and-sweethearts-limited-edition-olive-oyl-red-sp-5169-02

MSRP $375

Longines LONGINES TUXEDO

L2.830.4.93.0

MSRP $3,900

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)42mm

LONGINES TUXEDO40mm

Power Reserve

Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)40h

LONGINES TUXEDO54h

Water Resistance

Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)100m

LONGINES TUXEDO30m

MSRP

Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)$375

LONGINES TUXEDO$3,900

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Olive Oyl Red

Ivory

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

L895.5

Power Reserve

40h

54h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$375

$3,900

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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.

Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)'s polished case finish and textured dial, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. Some find the 24-hour subdial functionally illogical and visually unappealing, while others prefer a smoother dial texture over the current finish. On balance, owners value the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) for its striking dial and high-quality bracelet at its price point.

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LONGINES TUXEDO

Owners and reviewers widely praise the LONGINES TUXEDO for its elegant vintage-inspired design, featuring an Art Deco dial with Arabic numerals and a versatile 38.5mm polished case. The watch is noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to shorter, curved lugs, and its Calibre L893 automatic movement offers a 64-hour power reserve. Some reviewers point to the 30-meter water resistance and the plain black leather strap as minor drawbacks, while others note a preference for more brushed case finishing. Overall, the consensus is that the LONGINES TUXEDO is a handsome, accessible retro-styled watch offering excellent value and dial execution.

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