Longines The Longines Column-Wheel ChronographvsSeagull 1963 Chronograph Times Edition 40mm

Owners widely praise the Longines Column-Wheel Chronograph for its elegant design, high-quality finishing, and the exceptionally smooth and precise feel of its chronograph pusher. Reviewers highlight its attractive dial printing, blued hands, and the value offered by its column-wheel movement, which is exclusive to Longines. Some owners also appreciate the stand-out applied markers and the overall blend of historical inspiration with modern execution. A few reviewers note the watch's 30m water resistance and its 39mm case size, with one mentioning the column wheel itself is a striking blue. Criticisms include a non-color-matched date wheel and an intrusive date window, and one owner felt the case and lugs felt light, potentially cheapish, while another noted its 14mm thickness sat a bit high on the wrist. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Column-Wheel Chronograph highly for its excellent value and the refined feel of its chronograph operation.

Owners widely praise the Seagull 1963 Chronograph Watch Times Edition 40mm for its well-finished polished case and beautifully operating signed crown. The 40mm size is reported to wear well, even for those who typically avoid watches over that diameter, and one owner appreciates the visibility of the ST1901 movement through the display case back. Some owners report inconsistent quality control with the ST1901 movement, with one needing repairs within six months due to loose screws. The 40mm moonphase version is noted as having a well-proportioned thickness of 12.7mm. Overall, owners consider the Seagull 1963 Chronograph Watch Times Edition 40mm an iconic and unique starter chronograph, with its value and historical significance being key draws.