Which is cheaper, the Sinn 6068 or the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON?

At MSRP the Sinn 6068 is the cheaper of the two at $2,754, against $5,550 for the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON — a $2,796 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Sinn 6068 or the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON?

The Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON wears larger at 43mm versus 38.5mm for the Sinn 6068 — a 4.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Sinn 6068 or the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON?

The Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Sinn 6068.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Sinn 6068 or the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON?

The Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON carries a 52-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Sinn 6068.

What movement does the Sinn 6068 run compared to the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Sinn 6068 uses the SW 300-1 and the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON uses the L836.6.

Side by side

Sinn 6068vsLongines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON

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

Sinn 6068

6068

MSRP $2,754

Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON

L2.839.4.52.2

MSRP $5,550

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

606838.5mm

ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON43mm

Power Reserve

606838h

ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON52h

Water Resistance

6068100m

ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON300m

MSRP

6068$2,754

ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON$5,550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

AR Coating

Underside

Both sides

Dial Color

Black

Silver

Indices

Applied

Applied indexes

Lume

Luminescent

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

SW 300-1

L836.6

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

36,000 vph

Power Reserve

38h

52h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

GMT, Date

Hours, minutes, seconds

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,754

$5,550

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Sinn 6068

Owners widely praise the Sinn 6068 for its clean aesthetic and compact size, fitting well under a dress cuff. One owner sold theirs due to insufficient wrist time. A user notes the GMT hand on the 6060 variant is not fully independent. Overall, owners rate the Sinn 6068 highly for its blend of classy and functional design suitable for everyday wear.

From video reviewers

The watch's 12-hour UTC function is a notable feature, allowing for the display of two time zones on a 12-hour basis. The watch's lume brightness is a weakness, with reviewers noting that the luminous paint on the hands and appliqués is not particularly strong. Reviewers disagree on the watch's overall appearance, with one reviewer mentioning a sleek appearance due to the polished stainless steel case, while the other reviewer does not provide a description of the watch's appearance.

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Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON

The Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON is praised for its lightweight composite case and unique "Batman" aesthetic, with its 5Hz movement widely noted for exceptional accuracy. Owners widely report the high-beat movement is the cheapest 5Hz option available. Some owners find the non-rotating bezel a relief, while others consider it a deal-breaker, noting the watch is no longer a dive watch. On balance, owners and reviewers highly rate the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON for its cool, lightweight design and the exceptional accuracy of its 5Hz movement.

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