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Makydo ContourvsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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Contour
MakydoContour
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contour37mm
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
Contour
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME40h
Water Resistance
Contour30m
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
Contour
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME$5,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
37mm
39mm
Thickness
8.6mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
21mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Brown
Anthracite

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
L844.4
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,200

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What people say

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Makydo Contour

Owners widely praise the Makydo Contour Carrara for its asymmetrical case shape and elegant, classy design, deeming it suitable for dressier and formal occasions. Some owners find the included leather strap more fitting for such events. Several commenters, however, question its value, stating it is too expensive at €587.39. On balance, owners appreciate the Makydo Contour's distinctive design, though a segment of the community finds the price point prohibitive.

From video reviewers

The Makydo Contour is praised for its comfortable fit due to its slim case and compact lug-to-lug. The Miyota 9015/9039 automatic movement is considered reliable for the price point. The 30-meter water resistance is a noted limitation.

LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its superb finishing, smooth crown action, and mesmerizing ceramic bezel, with many noting its premium pilot/sporty design and unique dial details. The movement is consistently lauded for its extreme accuracy, running at 0 to +1 second per day, and the watch is considered to offer remarkable value that punches above its price point. However, the bracelet is criticized by multiple sources for its push-pin adjustment and limited micro-adjustment holes, and the 42mm case size with a 49.3mm lug-to-lug is noted as potentially large for smaller wrists, though some users express a preference for the 39mm size. One owner reported their movement failed within the first year and found setting the date a "nightmare," while another owner notes minor criticisms like the date window being slightly off-center. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its impressive finishing and accuracy at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 39mm case size is a significant strength, addressing previous concerns about thickness. The value proposition within the GMT market is also a shared positive point. No consensus on weaknesses was reached.

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