Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $450, against $3,900 for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC — a $3,450 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 37mm for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is rated to 150m versus 50m for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC carries a 52-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 ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic uses the SII NH35A and the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC uses the L836.6.

Side by side

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 AutomaticvsLongines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

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 ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

L2.537.4.72.2

MSRP $3,900

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC37mm

Power Reserve

Fleuss 40 Automatic40h

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC52h

Water Resistance

Fleuss 40 Automatic150m

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC50m

MSRP

Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC$3,900

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Both sides

Dial Color

Coral

Silver

Indices

Applied

Applied indexes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

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

$450

$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 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 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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