Which is cheaper, the Vario Futurist or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

At MSRP the Vario Futurist is the cheaper of the two at $648, against $3,900 for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC — a $3,252 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Vario Futurist or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Vario Futurist wears larger at 39mm versus 37mm for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Vario Futurist or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Vario Futurist is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Vario Futurist or the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC carries a 52-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Vario Futurist.

What movement does the Vario Futurist run compared to the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Vario Futurist uses the Miyota 9039 and the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC uses the L836.6.

Side by side

Vario FuturistvsLongines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

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

Vario Futurist

vario-futurist-watch-sunburst-purple-fume-watch

MSRP $648

Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

L2.537.4.72.2

MSRP $3,900

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Futurist39mm

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC37mm

Power Reserve

Futurist40h

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC52h

Water Resistance

Futurist100m

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC50m

MSRP

Futurist$648

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC$3,900

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

6 specs

Crystal

Sapphire (faceted)

Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Both sides

Dial Color

Purple

Silver

Indices

Applied

Applied indexes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

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

$648

$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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

A Blog to Watch

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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