Cincinnati Watch Company PhantomvsLongines LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom at true scale

Phantom

Longines LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION at true scale

LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION

Diameter

38mm

38.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

44.9mm

lowest

Thickness

10.2mm

10.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

45h

72h

highest

MSRP

$1,995

lowest

$2,850

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

L893.5

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
44.9mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Underside
n/a
Dial Color
Silver
Ivory

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
L893.5
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
45h
72h
Jewels
18
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$2,850
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom's terrific ice blue dial and manual-wind movement. Accuracy is reported at -2 seconds per day, and the watch is considered easy to read and attention-grabbing. However, some owners find the crown too small and difficult to wind, with opinions split on whether the quality justifies the price. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Phantom highly for its striking dial and enjoyable manual-wind experience, despite some concerns about crown usability and value.

LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION

Owners widely praise the LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION for its attractive looks, heritage, and value, with many appreciating its manageable size for smaller wrists. One owner highlights the mesmerizing legibility and versatility of the moonphase chronograph complete calendar model, while another singles out the blue hands on the World Timer. A noted trade-off is the 30m water resistance, which limits wearability to indoor environments. On balance, owners rate the LONGINES MASTER COLLECTION highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite the water resistance limitations.

From video reviewers

The classic aesthetic of the dial and case is a shared strength. Limited 30m water resistance is a shared weakness.

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