Which is cheaper, the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

At MSRP the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 is the cheaper of the two at $1,775, against $2,000 for the Longines DOLCEVITA — a $225 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Longines DOLCEVITA wears larger at 43.8mm versus 38mm for the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 — a 5.8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines DOLCEVITA.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Longines DOLCEVITA carries a 45-hour power reserve against 42 hours on the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01.

What movement does the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 run compared to the Longines DOLCEVITA?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 uses the Sellita SW300 and the Longines DOLCEVITA uses the L592.5.

Side by side

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01vsLongines DOLCEVITA

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

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01

OlmExP01

MSRP $1,775

Longines DOLCEVITA

L5.757.4.71.9

MSRP $2,000

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

The Olmsted ExP-0138mm

DOLCEVITA43.8mm

Power Reserve

The Olmsted ExP-0142h

DOLCEVITA45h

Water Resistance

The Olmsted ExP-01100m

DOLCEVITA30m

MSRP

The Olmsted ExP-01$1,775

DOLCEVITA$2,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Double-domed

—

AR Coating

Underside

—

Dial Color

Black

Silver

Indices

Applied

Painted Roman numerals

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW300

L592.5

Beat Rate

4 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

42h

45h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

GMT, Chronograph, Date

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,775

$2,000

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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 Olmsted ExP-01

Owners widely praise Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 for its exceptional finishing, comfortable bracelet, and smooth movement. The dial designs are a frequent point of admiration, with specific appreciation for the white, navy, and gray variants, as well as the orange seconds hand. The watch is considered fairly priced at around $1.5k and is noted for its versatility and "soul." On balance, owners rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted ExP-01 highly for its overall quality, design, and the brand's customer service.

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Longines DOLCEVITA

Owners widely praise the Longines DOLCEVITA for its elegant dial, beautiful case shape, and value, with some finding its aesthetic superior to other luxury brands. One owner notes the presentation box is high quality. However, multiple owners flag the crown as comically bad and difficult to wind or set. This quartz fashion watch offers a dynamic dial and good wrist presence at $1,600, featuring interchangeable straps. Overall, owners rate the Longines DOLCEVITA highly for its classy appearance and value, with the elegant dial being a key draw.

From video reviewers

The Longines DOLCEVITA's automatic movement is praised for its accuracy and smooth operation. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is comfortable, making it suitable for everyday wear. A drawback is the watch's lume could be brighter, which might be a problem for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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