Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Popeye or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Popeye is the cheaper of the two at $395, against $3,000 for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE — a $2,605 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Popeye or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

The Spinnaker Popeye wears larger at 43mm versus 34mm for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE — a 9mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Popeye or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

The Spinnaker Popeye is rated to 150m versus 30m for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Popeye or the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

The Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Popeye.

What movement does the Spinnaker Popeye run compared to the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Popeye uses the SII NH35A and the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE uses the L899.5.

Side by side

Spinnaker PopeyevsLongines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

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

Spinnaker Popeye

fleuss-automatic-popeye-bronemies-limited-edition-popeye-blue-sp-5161-02

MSRP $395

Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

L2.409.4.78.6

MSRP $3,000

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Popeye43mm

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE34mm

Power Reserve

Popeye40h

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE72h

Water Resistance

Popeye150m

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE30m

MSRP

Popeye$395

MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE$3,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Both sides

Dial Color

Popeye Blue

Silver

Indices

Applied

Painted Arabic numerals

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

L899.5

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds, moon phase display and date indicated by small hand at

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$395

$3,000

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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.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

Owners widely praise the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE for its mesmerizing and legible dial, balancing classic and complex design elements, with many considering it a great value for its complications. Reviewers note the 40mm case feels well-balanced, and the Caliber L899 movement offers a 64-hour power reserve. Some owners suggest the price point may be high relative to alternatives, and the 3 bar water resistance means it is not suitable for swimming, while the complete calendar requires manual adjustment for shorter months. On balance, the consensus is that owners rate the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE highly for its attractive dial and complications at its price point.

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