Autran & Viala Plano SvsLongines MASTER COLLECTION

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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Plano S

MASTER COLLECTION
Diameter
28mm
29mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.6mm
Thickness
6.4mm
lowest
9.6mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
n/a
72h
MSRP
n/a
$2,650
Movement
Quartz
Longines L888
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Autran & Viala Plano S is praised for its Bauhaus design, stepped dial, slim lugs, and a comfortable 7mm thin case. Owners note the dial has a creaminess rather than being pure white, and some report surface hardening to 1200 Vickers is available. One user noted a crooked black dial and another questioned the quality of the PVD mesh bracelet. Overall, owners rate the Autran & Viala Plano S highly for its Bauhaus design and comfortable, thin case.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines MASTER COLLECTION for its excellent finishing and value, with many appreciating its traditional styling. Some owners, however, note that the bracelet lacks sufficient micro-adjustment options for a perfect fit. One reviewer flags the 30m water resistance as on the light side. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines MASTER COLLECTION highly for its finishing and value proposition.
The value derived from the watch's complications for the price is a shared strength. Reviewers did not agree on a specific weakness.
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