Which is cheaper, the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

At MSRP the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph is the cheaper of the two at $1,799, against $3,900 for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC — a $2,101 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

The Zelos Starfighter Chronograph wears larger at 41mm versus 37mm for the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC or the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC carries a 52-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph.

What movement does the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC run compared to the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC uses the L836.6 and the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph uses the ETA 2894 Élaboré.

Side by side

Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSICvsZelos Starfighter Chronograph

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

Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

L2.537.4.72.2

MSRP $3,900

Zelos Starfighter Chronograph

starfighter-chronograph-spitfire

MSRP $1,799

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC37mm

Starfighter Chronograph41mm

Power Reserve

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC52h

Starfighter Chronograph40h

Water Resistance

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC50m

Starfighter Chronograph50m

MSRP

ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC$3,900

Starfighter Chronograph$1,799

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

Both sides

Inner

Dial Color

Silver

Spitfire LE

Indices

Applied indexes

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

L836.6

ETA 2894 Élaboré

Beat Rate

36,000 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

52h

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,900

$1,799

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What people say

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Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC is widely praised for its faithful retro design, high-beat 5Hz movement offering greater precision and a smooth seconds hand, and its value proposition as a new 5Hz watch. Reviewers highlight the L836.6 caliber's TimeLab "ultra chronometer" certification for superior accuracy and shock recovery, and owners find the bracelet very comfortable with easy micro-adjust. Some owners note the design appears dated, and one reviewer points out the dial lacks luminescence and water resistance is only 50m. Owners are split on sizing, with some finding the 40mm case wears larger than expected and recommending the 37mm version. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC highly for its blend of vintage aesthetics, modern high-beat movement performance, and comfortable wearability.

Zelos Starfighter Chronograph

Owners find the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph appealing, with one noting the beauty of the Aventurine dial and another praising the blue dial and lumed subdials. One owner is selling the watch to acquire other chronographs. Overall, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal of the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph, particularly its dial options and lumed subdials.

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