Which is cheaper, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

At MSRP the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) is the cheaper of the two at $2,625, against $3,900 for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC — a $1,275 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) wears larger at 39.5mm versus 37mm for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC — a 2.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC is rated to 50m versus 15m for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC carries a 52-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

What movement does the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) run compared to the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) uses the La Joux-Perret G101 and the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC uses the L836.6.

Side by side

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)vsLongines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

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

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

redcliff-39-5-date-boutique-edition-event-exclusive

MSRP $2,625

Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

L2.537.4.72.2

MSRP $3,900

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC37mm

Power Reserve

Date Boutique Edition (event)40h

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC52h

Water Resistance

Date Boutique Edition (event)15m

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC50m

MSRP

Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC$3,900

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

6 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Both sides

Dial Color

Date Boutique Edition (Event)

Silver

Indices

Applied

Applied indexes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G101

L836.6

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

36,000 vph

Power Reserve

40h

52h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,625

$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.

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) for its exquisite dial work, featuring a dark, moody green on a silver-coated dial with hand-painted varnish. The 40mm model's central second hand and stepped dial contribute to its appeal, with both sizes praised for comfortable wearability due to their thickness and short lugs. One owner notes the mallard green color lacked luster in person compared to photos. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) highly for its dial finishing and comfortable wearability.

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Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC is widely praised for its faithful retro design, high-beat 5Hz movement offering greater precision and a smooth seconds hand, and its value proposition as a new 5Hz watch. Reviewers highlight the L836.6 caliber's TimeLab "ultra chronometer" certification for superior accuracy and shock recovery, and owners find the bracelet very comfortable with easy micro-adjust. Some owners note the design appears dated, and one reviewer points out the dial lacks luminescence and water resistance is only 50m. Owners are split on sizing, with some finding the 40mm case wears larger than expected and recommending the 37mm version. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC highly for its blend of vintage aesthetics, modern high-beat movement performance, and comfortable wearability.

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