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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSICvsZelos Thresher 44

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FLAGSHIP CLASSIC
LonginesFLAGSHIP CLASSIC
MSRP $2,450
Thresher 44
ZelosThresher 44
MSRP $549

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30mm
Thresher 4444mm
Power Reserve
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC45h
Thresher 4440h
Water Resistance
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30m
Thresher 44500m
MSRP
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC$2,450
Thresher 44$549

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
30mm
44mm
Thickness
8.1mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
36.4mm
44mm
Lug Width
15mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
500m
Caseback
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Brown
Grey
Indices
Diamond indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
L592.5
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Hours, minutes, seconds and date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,450
$549

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What people say

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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

Owners widely praise the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC for its vintage-inspired design, impressive finishing, and value, with many appreciating its classic aesthetic and sharp rendition of a traditional look. The 38.5mm size is frequently cited as a positive for those seeking a more traditional fit, and the "rice grain" bracelet and color are noted as versatile. Some owners find the watch lacks personality compared to other options, and one reviewer points out its 12.4mm thickness can prevent it from easily slipping under a cuff. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its well-executed classic design and strong value proposition.

Zelos Thresher 44

Owners widely praise the Zelos Thresher 44, with one owner noting its finish has proven remarkably scratch-resistant. However, one owner found the finishing on their hammered grey variant not as well done as expected. The Zelos Thresher 44 with an agate dial sold out in 90 seconds, with one owner receiving theirs and noting the bracelet was fully wrapped. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Thresher 44 highly for its desirability and scratch-resistant finish.

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