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Longines RECORDvsZelos LT Carbon

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

RECORD
LonginesRECORD
MSRP $2,450
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RECORD38.5mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
RECORD72h
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
RECORD30m
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
RECORD$2,450
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Thickness
10.7mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.7mm
40mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
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
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Carbon
Indices
Painted Roman numerals
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
L888.4
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
$2,450
$449

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What people say

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Longines RECORD

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines RECORD for its COSC-certified L888.4 movement, often noting excellent timekeeping with results ranging from 0 to +2 seconds per day, and some seeing as poor as -5 or +5 seconds per day. The watch is frequently commended for its elegant and clean design, comfortable and thin case profile, and overall value. Specific praise is given to the sunburst silver dial with applied numerals, sharp blue hands, and Calatrava-style case. Drawbacks noted include the 30m water resistance, lack of micro-adjustment on the bracelet, and a lug-to-lug measurement that some find long for smaller wrists. One owner also felt it might not retain value as well as other brands. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines RECORD highly for its COSC-certified movement and elegant, thin design at a competitive price point.

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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