Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $450, against $3,550 for the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME — a $3,100 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is rated to 150m versus 100m for the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

The Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic.

What movement does the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic run compared to the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic uses the SII NH35A and the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME uses the L844.4.

Side by side

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 AutomaticvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

fleuss-40-automatic-145th-limited-edition-coral-red-sp-5133-77

MSRP $450

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

L3.812.4.50.6

MSRP $3,550

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm

SPIRIT ZULU TIME42mm

Power Reserve

Fleuss 40 Automatic40h

SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h

Water Resistance

Fleuss 40 Automatic150m

SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m

MSRP

Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Both sides

Dial Color

Coral

Black

Indices

Applied

Applied Arabic numerals

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

L844.4

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$450

$3,550

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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 Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME for its refined finishing, attractive dial with gilt elements, and smooth winding action. Reviewers highlight its handsome and versatile design, with some noting the 39mm variant offers comfortable wearability. The L844.4 movement provides a 72-hour power reserve and COSC certification. Some owners find the bracelet lacks sufficient micro-adjustment and prefer a weightier feel, while others note the 41mm or 42mm case sizes may be large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME highly for its excellent finishing and appealing design at its price point.

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