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Oris Year of the Horse Limited EditionvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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Year of the Horse Limited Edition
OrisYear of the Horse Limited Edition
MSRP $8,000
SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Year of the Horse Limited Edition43mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
Year of the Horse Limited Edition240 hoursh
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Water Resistance
Year of the Horse Limited Edition50m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
Year of the Horse Limited Edition$8,000
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Finish
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
CALIBRE 113
L844.4
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
3 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
240 hoursh
72h
Jewels
40
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date, Day
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,000
$3,550

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What people say

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Oris Year of the Horse Limited Edition

The Oris Year of the Horse Limited Edition is a 43mm dress watch powered by the in-house Calibre 113, offering a 10-day power reserve and an unconventional business calendar layout topped by a power reserve indicator marked with small horses. Reviewers praise the daring design and clever movement display, though the bold aesthetic and 43mm size make it a divisive piece — one reviewer found the overall look not to their personal taste. The watch retailed for $8,000. On balance, the Year of the Horse Limited Edition appeals to collectors who value distinctive design and horological innovation, but its commanding size and vibrant red dial limit its versatility.

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.

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