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Longines ELEGANT COLLECTIONvsZelos LT Carbon

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ELEGANT COLLECTION
LonginesELEGANT COLLECTION
MSRP $2,600
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
ELEGANT COLLECTION72h
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
ELEGANT COLLECTION30m
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
8.6mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Forged Carbon
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Carbon
Indices
Diamond indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
L888.5
Miyota 9133
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
$2,600
$449

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What people say

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Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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