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Longines LEGEND DIVERvsYema Skin Diver Slim CMM.20

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LEGEND DIVER
LonginesLEGEND DIVER
MSRP $3,850
Skin Diver Slim CMM.20
YemaSkin Diver Slim CMM.20
MSRP $2,117

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
LEGEND DIVER39mm
Skin Diver Slim CMM.2047mm
Power Reserve
LEGEND DIVER72h
Skin Diver Slim CMM.2040h
Water Resistance
LEGEND DIVER300m
Skin Diver Slim CMM.20200m
MSRP
LEGEND DIVER$3,850
Skin Diver Slim CMM.20$2,117

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
47mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Screw-down case back
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Both sides
Inner
Dial Color
White
Steel
Indices
Painted Arabic numerals and indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
L888.6
Yema CMM.20
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
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$2,117

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What people say

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Longines LEGEND DIVER

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER for its faithful retro design, often calling it one of the best vintage reissues, with the 39mm variant lauded for its perfect size and the 42mm for its versatility. The watch is consistently noted as ISO 6425 compliant and powered by the COSC-certified L888.6 movement with a 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers highlight its sophisticated look, clean no-date dial, and the well-made beads-of-rice bracelet, though some owners find the polished center links or overall polished finish dressier than expected for a diver. Owners are split on the 39mm's bracelet, with one finding it too "blingy" and another praising its comfort. The 42mm version's 50mm lug-to-lug measurement is considered long by some, while others find it comfortable. One owner of the 42mm model reported a scratched hour hand after 15 years, and another noted the original leather strap's poor quality.

From video reviewers

The Longines LEGEND DIVER features a unique blend of vintage design and modern functionality, with 300 meters of water resistance and a 72-hour power reserve. The watch's historical significance and aesthetic appeal are notable strengths. The 7-link bracelet is also a notable feature, although its quality and comfort are not explicitly discussed.

Yema Skin Diver Slim CMM.20

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Yema Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 for its balanced 39mm case, vintage aesthetic, and unique champagne dial. The proprietary CMM.20 micro-rotor movement is a notable feature, though some owners report potential QC issues including erratic timegrapher readings and second-hand stutter. The lume is described as subdued, and while some find the "dragon scale" bracelet beautiful, others consider it generic. The price point is a hurdle for some, and the stamped clasp quality is considered subpar by one reviewer, with a gap noted by an owner. The lack of hacking seconds is flagged as a drawback at its price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 highly for its vintage charm and balanced wearability.

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