Which is cheaper, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

At MSRP the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 is the cheaper of the two at $399, against $4,850 for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION — a $4,451 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

The Longines MASTER COLLECTION wears larger at 40mm versus 38mm for the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

The Zelos Swordfish Field 38 is rated to 200m versus 30m for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

The Longines MASTER COLLECTION carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos Swordfish Field 38.

What movement does the Longines MASTER COLLECTION run compared to the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Longines MASTER COLLECTION uses the L888.5 and the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 uses the Seiko NH35.

Side by side

Longines MASTER COLLECTIONvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Longines MASTER COLLECTION

L2.793.5.97.7

MSRP $4,850

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

swordfish-field-38mm-bronze-burnt-orange

MSRP $399

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

MASTER COLLECTION40mm

Swordfish Field 3838mm

Power Reserve

MASTER COLLECTION72h

Swordfish Field 3840h

Water Resistance

MASTER COLLECTION30m

Swordfish Field 38200m

MSRP

MASTER COLLECTION$4,850

Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

—

Inner

Dial Color

Silver

Bronze

Indices

Diamond indexes

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

L888.5

Seiko NH35

Beat Rate

25,200 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

72h

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,850

$399

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What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Longines MASTER COLLECTION

The Longines Master Collection is widely praised for its excellent fit and finish, heritage-inspired design with engraved Breguet numerals, and dial textures, offering tremendous value. Owners appreciate its dressy, thin profile and the use of ETA movements, with specific models featuring triple-date, annual calendar, or moonphase chronograph complications. Some reviewers note the subdial cutting off the "7" on the Small Seconds model, the lack of micro-adjustments on the bracelet for a perfect fit, and a somewhat homogenous case finishing. The 30m water resistance on the Annual Calendar is considered light, and the traditional styling is not as popular as sport watches. The Master Collection Chronograph is lauded for its classic, vintage styling. Overall, owners rate the Longines Master Collection highly for its value and classic dress watch aesthetics.

From video reviewers

The movement accuracy is consistently praised. Reviewers noted the elegant and timeless design.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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