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Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIMEvsZelos Great White 43

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SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550
Great White 43
ZelosGreat White 43
MSRP $599

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Great White 4343mm
Power Reserve
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Great White 4340h
Water Resistance
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
Great White 43300m
MSRP
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550
Great White 43$599

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39mm
43mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
43mm
Lug Width
21mm
22mm
Material
Ceramic
Titanium (DLC coated)
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Screw-down case back
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Both sides
Inner
Dial Color
Anthracite
Blue
Indices
Applied Arabic numerals
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
L844.4
Miyota 9015
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, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,550
$599

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What people say

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Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

Zelos Great White 43

Owners widely praise the Zelos Great White 43's "unbelievable" and "amazing" lume, particularly on the carbon and Frost variants. The Miyota 9015 movement and 300m water resistance are noted features. Some owners find the 43mm size large, while others report it wears well. Opinions are divided on colorways, with some disappointed by the absence of a "Nebula" option and others finding the "Arctic" version striking. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Great White 43 highly for its exceptional lume and robust specifications at the price point.

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