Noctua Watch Corp. ZULUvsLongines LEGEND DIVER 42
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Measurements
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ZULU
LEGEND DIVER 42
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
lowest
52.6mm
Thickness
12mm
lowest
12.7mm
Water Resistance
300m
300m
Power Reserve
n/a
72h
MSRP
$504
lowest
$2,850
Movement
Seiko NH34
Longines L888
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Noctua Watch Corp. ZULU for its dial, finishing, movement, and value, with some calling it unmatched in its category for under $3000. Specific features highlighted include applied numerals and a ceramic bezel, and the green bezel is particularly noted. One owner found the date window on the 42mm variant was not perfectly aligned. Overall, owners rate the Noctua Watch Corp. ZULU highly for its dial, finishing, and value proposition.
Owners widely praise the Longines Legend Diver 42 for its appealing retro design and excellent legibility, with reviewers highlighting its strong value proposition below $2,500 and practical quickset date. Some owners find the blue dial pops in the sun and appreciate its reliability for casual dives. However, several owners report disappointment after seeing the watch in person, finding it underwhelming and lacking dial depth. The original leather straps are noted to peel easily, and the clasp is a scratch magnet. Some owners find the 50mm lug-to-lug length and bracelet bulky on smaller wrists. One owner experienced the minute hand scratching the hour hand after fifteen years.
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