Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds AutomaticvsLongines 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.

Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic at true scale

Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic

Longines Master Collection at true scale

Master Collection

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.8mm

Thickness

n/a

10.8mm

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$1,295

lowest

$2,850

Movement

Automatic

Longines L897.2

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.8mm
Lug Width
n/a
21mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
n/a
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Silver
Indices
n/a
Painted Arabic numerals

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Longines L897.2
Beat Rate
0 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Complications
None
Annual Calendar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$2,850
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Reviews

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Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic

Owners widely praise the Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic for its elegant, Patek Calatrava-like aesthetic, with its silvered dial, hands, and applied indices creating a simple, readable, and dressy appearance. The polished stainless steel case is noted as flawless, and the watch is considered surprisingly versatile, possessing a tool watch character despite its dress watch origins. Some owners find the winding action smooth but stiff, while others are blown away by the value offered at its price point, with one owner noting it feels surprisingly thin. The Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic is powered by an automatic movement and measures 39mm, with 50m of water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Frederique Constant Classics Index Small Seconds Automatic highly for its elegant design and strong value proposition.

Longines Master Collection

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines MASTER COLLECTION for its dial aesthetics, including engraved Breguet numerals and attractive textures, as well as its excellent fit and finish. Some owners find the watch thin and dressy with fantastic finishing on the steel bracelet, while others note the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. A reviewer points out that the crown and pushers are uninspiring. The Longines MASTER COLLECTION is considered a great value, with specific models offering complications like chronographs and moonphases at competitive prices. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines MASTER COLLECTION highly for its dial aesthetics and overall finishing at its price point.