Which is cheaper, the Boldr The Vogelkop or the Longines SPIRIT?

At MSRP the Boldr The Vogelkop is the cheaper of the two at $449, against $2,550 for the Longines SPIRIT — a $2,101 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which has better water resistance, the Boldr The Vogelkop or the Longines SPIRIT?

The Boldr The Vogelkop is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Longines SPIRIT.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Boldr The Vogelkop or the Longines SPIRIT?

The Longines SPIRIT carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Boldr The Vogelkop.

What movement does the Boldr The Vogelkop run compared to the Longines SPIRIT?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Boldr The Vogelkop uses the Seiko NH38A and the Longines SPIRIT uses the L888.4.

Side by side

Boldr The VogelkopvsLongines SPIRIT

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

Boldr The Vogelkop

the-vogelkop-superb-bird-of-paradise

MSRP $449

Longines SPIRIT

L3.810.4.53.6

MSRP $2,550

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

The Vogelkop40mm

SPIRIT40mm

Power Reserve

The Vogelkop40h

SPIRIT72h

Water Resistance

The Vogelkop200m

SPIRIT100m

MSRP

The Vogelkop$449

SPIRIT$2,550

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Yes

Both sides

Dial Color

Vogelkop Superb

Black

Indices

Applied

Applied Arabic numerals

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

Seiko NH38A

L888.4

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

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$449

$2,550

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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.

Boldr The Vogelkop

The Musou Black dial is the standout feature, creating a unique and stealthy aesthetic. The watch offers 200m water resistance and a comfortable 40mm case size. Reviewers did not explicitly agree on any weaknesses.

Longines SPIRIT

Owners widely praise the Longines SPIRIT 37mm for its excellent value, refined finishing, and vintage-inspired design, with many highlighting its applied Arabic numerals and appealing dials. The smooth winding action and technical capabilities like the 72-hour power reserve and silicon hairspring are also noted strengths. However, some owners find the bracelet to be "tinny" and light, and the lack of tool-less micro-adjustments on the bracelet is a recurring point of dissatisfaction. The date window at 3 o'clock is polarizing, with some disliking its placement and color, and the lugs are perceived by some as long for the case size. One owner expressed concern about the serviceability of the exclusive L888.4 movement. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Longines SPIRIT a highly competent and well-executed watch for its price, with its design and finishing being the primary draws.

From video reviewers

The watch features a COSC-certified automatic movement. Reviewers noted the excellent finishing on the case and applied numerals. The lume brightness was cited as a weakness.

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