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Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUEREDvsWilliam Wood Fire Watch

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LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
LonginesLEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
MSRP $3,200
Fire Watch
William WoodFire Watch
MSRP $995

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
Fire Watch41mm
Power Reserve
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
Fire Watch40h
Water Resistance
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
Fire Watch100m
MSRP
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200
Fire Watch$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12.7mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.6mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Both sides
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Steel
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
L888.5
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
25,200 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,200
$995

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What people say

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Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

William Wood Fire Watch

William Wood Fire Watch owners praise its conversational value and attractive design, noting its fun graphics and comfortable straps. Reviewers highlight the unique British fire exit sign inspiration and playful details. However, the small day and date indicators are difficult to read, and one owner points out that the day wheel windows do not align to show seven days. The William Wood Fire Watch is priced at $1,903 USD and uses a Sellita SW220 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the William Wood Fire Watch highly for its unique design and conversational appeal at its price point.

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