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Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton AutovsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925

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Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto
HamiltonVentura XXL Skeleton Auto
MSRP $2,175
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925
MSRP $4,700

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto46mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 192539mm
Power Reserve
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto80h
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 192572h
Water Resistance
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto50m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925100m
MSRP
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto$2,175
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925$4,700

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Skeleton
GMT
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
11.25mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
23mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Indices
Applied
Applied Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
H-10-S
L844.4
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
80h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,175
$4,700

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What people say

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Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is recognized for its bold, avant-garde design featuring a unique triangular case. It is powered by a skeletonized H-10-S or ETA C07.901 movement, providing an 80-hour power reserve. The watch includes a black dial with sunray brushing and hands treated with Super-LumiNova, and comes on an integrated rubber strap. Reviewers note that while its distinctive aesthetic is a significant appeal, precise time-reading may not be its main focus. On balance, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is appreciated for its striking, statement-making design and substantial power reserve.

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925

The Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925 is widely praised for its handsome, vintage-inspired two-tone aesthetic, featuring a rose-gold capped bezel and dial accents, and is noted for its segment-leading finishing and solid feel. Owners and reviewers highlight the pleasing combination of precious metal with a rugged character. The watch is powered by the ETA-produced L844.4 automatic GMT movement, which is COSC chronometer certified and offers a 72-hour power reserve, visible through a sapphire caseback. Some reviewers flag the 13.5mm thickness as substantial, and the male endlinks may affect wearability on smaller wrists. The Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925 is priced at approximately $4,350 and includes a bracelet and an additional NATO strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925 highly for its refined vintage-inspired design and excellent finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Spirit Zulu Time 1925 features excellent finishing and a true GMT function. Reviewers questioned the value proposition due to the rose gold being a cap rather than solid.

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