Which is cheaper, the Lum-Tec Eclipse or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

At MSRP the Lum-Tec Eclipse is the cheaper of the two at $695, against $2,000 for the Longines DOLCEVITA — a $1,305 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Lum-Tec Eclipse or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Longines DOLCEVITA wears larger at 43.8mm versus 42mm for the Lum-Tec Eclipse — a 1.8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Lum-Tec Eclipse or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Lum-Tec Eclipse is rated to 101m versus 30m for the Longines DOLCEVITA.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Lum-Tec Eclipse or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Longines DOLCEVITA carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Lum-Tec Eclipse.

What movement does the Lum-Tec Eclipse run compared to the Longines DOLCEVITA?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Lum-Tec Eclipse uses the Miyota 9039 and the Longines DOLCEVITA uses the L592.5.

Side by side

Lum-Tec EclipsevsLongines DOLCEVITA

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

Lum-Tec Eclipse

eclipse-e6

MSRP $695

Longines DOLCEVITA

L5.757.4.71.9

MSRP $2,000

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Eclipse42mm

DOLCEVITA43.8mm

Power Reserve

Eclipse40h

DOLCEVITA45h

Water Resistance

Eclipse101m

DOLCEVITA30m

MSRP

Eclipse$695

DOLCEVITA$2,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Silver

Indices

Applied

Painted Roman numerals

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

L592.5

Power Reserve

40h

45h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$695

$2,000

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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.

Lum-Tec Eclipse

Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Eclipse for its comfortable, slim profile and thin wearability, with specific commendations for its beautiful dial, good readability, and bracelet design. The knurling on the crown is also noted as a positive feature. Some owners express concern over the 42mm case size and find the dial's font and indices unappealing, though others appreciate the deep-dish slant. One owner notes a slight gap where the lugs meet the bracelet. The Lum-Tec Eclipse e3 variant features a Miyota 9039 movement, a solid bracelet, a sunburst dial, and exceptionally bright lume. Overall, owners rate the Lum-Tec Eclipse highly for its slim design and attractive dial at its price point.

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Longines DOLCEVITA

Owners widely praise the Longines DOLCEVITA for its elegant dial, beautiful case shape, and value, with some finding its aesthetic superior to other luxury brands. One owner notes the presentation box is high quality. However, multiple owners flag the crown as comically bad and difficult to wind or set. This quartz fashion watch offers a dynamic dial and good wrist presence at $1,600, featuring interchangeable straps. Overall, owners rate the Longines DOLCEVITA highly for its classy appearance and value, with the elegant dial being a key draw.

From video reviewers

The Longines DOLCEVITA's automatic movement is praised for its accuracy and smooth operation. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is comfortable, making it suitable for everyday wear. A drawback is the watch's lume could be brighter, which might be a problem for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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