Which is cheaper, the Maen Manhattan 40 or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

At MSRP the Maen Manhattan 40 is the cheaper of the two at $799, against $2,000 for the Longines DOLCEVITA — a $1,201 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Maen Manhattan 40 or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Longines DOLCEVITA wears larger at 43.8mm versus 40mm for the Maen Manhattan 40 — a 3.8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Maen Manhattan 40 or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Maen Manhattan 40 is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines DOLCEVITA.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Maen Manhattan 40 or the Longines DOLCEVITA?

The Longines DOLCEVITA carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Maen Manhattan 40.

Side by side

Maen Manhattan 40vsLongines DOLCEVITA

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

Maen Manhattan 40

manhattan-40-m3-1-1

MSRP $799

Longines DOLCEVITA

L5.757.4.71.9

MSRP $2,000

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Manhattan 4040mm

DOLCEVITA43.8mm

Power Reserve

Manhattan 4040h

DOLCEVITA45h

Water Resistance

Manhattan 40100m

DOLCEVITA30m

MSRP

Manhattan 40$799

DOLCEVITA$2,000

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Diameter

40mm

43.8mm

Thickness

—

10.1mm

Lug-to-Lug

—

43.8mm

Lug Width

—

19mm

Material

316L Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Finish

Brushed and polished

—

Water Resistance

100m

30m

Caseback

Solid

—

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

M3.1.1

Silver

Indices

Applied

Painted Roman numerals

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

—

L592.5

Power Reserve

40h

45h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$799

$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.

Maen Manhattan 40

Owners appreciate the Maen Manhattan 40's thin case and unique dial, with some finding its proportions too large for smaller wrists. One owner noted a snagging crown and difficult winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +18s/d to +24s/d on the 37mm version, while another owner of the 40mm model did not specify accuracy. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Maen Manhattan 40 to be a good value, with its thinness and dial finishing being key strengths.

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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