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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSICvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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FLAGSHIP CLASSIC
LonginesFLAGSHIP CLASSIC
MSRP $2,700
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC40mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC72h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC$2,700
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
8.7mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
41mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
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
MOP
Indices
Diamond indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
L888.5
Seiko NH34 GMT
Beat Rate
25,200 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Hours, minutes, seconds and date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$499

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What people say

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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

Owners praise the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC as a beautiful, classy dress watch with deep brand heritage, suitable for special occasions. One owner noted the stock strap appears narrow due to the lug design, making spring bars visible. The Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC reissue is considered a fantastic deal at $700, especially after a recent official Longines service and dial replacement, presenting it as a like-new watch. However, its lack of patina may disappoint collectors who value "character" from wear and scratches. Overall, owners rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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