Which is cheaper, the Praesidus Neptune 44 or the Longines CONQUEST?

At MSRP the Praesidus Neptune 44 is the cheaper of the two at $550, against $4,750 for the Longines CONQUEST — a $4,200 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Praesidus Neptune 44 or the Longines CONQUEST?

The Praesidus Neptune 44 wears larger at 44mm versus 34mm for the Longines CONQUEST — a 10mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Praesidus Neptune 44 or the Longines CONQUEST?

The Praesidus Neptune 44 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Longines CONQUEST.

What movement does the Praesidus Neptune 44 run compared to the Longines CONQUEST?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Praesidus Neptune 44 uses the Miyota 9039 and the Longines CONQUEST uses the L888.5.

Side by side

Praesidus Neptune 44vsLongines CONQUEST

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

Praesidus Neptune 44

neptune-44-brown

MSRP $550

Longines CONQUEST

L3.430.0.87.6

MSRP $4,750

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Neptune 4444mm

CONQUEST34mm

Power Reserve

Neptune 4440h

CONQUEST40h

Water Resistance

Neptune 44200m

CONQUEST100m

MSRP

Neptune 44$550

CONQUEST$4,750

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Dial Color

Patina

Mother of Pearl

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

L888.5

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$550

$4,750

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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.

Praesidus Neptune 44

The dial details and historical elements, including fragments from Iwo Jima battlefield relics, are praised. The bracelet exhibits rattle. Reviewers disagree on the use of faux patina on the dial.

Longines CONQUEST

Owners widely praise the Longines CONQUEST for its versatile, aesthetically pleasing design, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, with many highlighting its high-quality finishing and smooth winding action. Reviewers and owners alike note the watch's well-wearing size and blend of vintage and modern design elements. Some owners report the polished surfaces can be prone to scratches, and multiple sources flag the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustment as a significant drawback impacting fit. Lume quality is also a recurring point of criticism, with one reviewer noting only the black dial version appears to have lumed hands. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Longines CONQUEST a highly versatile and well-built everyday sports watch offering significant value.

From video reviewers

The elegant gold dial is a notable aspect of the Longines CONQUEST. The quartz movement may be a drawback for collectors who prefer mechanical movements. Reviewers disagree on the standout feature, with one highlighting the gold dial and the other the Blue Sunburst dial.

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