Which is cheaper, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Longines EVIDENZA?

At MSRP the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) is the cheaper of the two at $2,625, against $8,150 for the Longines EVIDENZA — a $5,525 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) wears larger at 39.5mm versus 30.6mm for the Longines EVIDENZA — a 8.9mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The Longines EVIDENZA is rated to 30m versus 15m for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The Longines EVIDENZA carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

What movement does the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) run compared to the Longines EVIDENZA?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) uses the La Joux-Perret G101 and the Longines EVIDENZA uses the L592.5.

Side by side

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)vsLongines EVIDENZA

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

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

redcliff-39-5-date-boutique-edition-event-exclusive

MSRP $2,625

Longines EVIDENZA

L2.142.8.73.2

MSRP $8,150

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm

EVIDENZA30.6mm

Power Reserve

Date Boutique Edition (event)40h

EVIDENZA45h

Water Resistance

Date Boutique Edition (event)15m

EVIDENZA30m

MSRP

Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625

EVIDENZA$8,150

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

6 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Underside

Dial Color

Date Boutique Edition (Event)

Silver

Indices

Applied

Painted Arabic numerals

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G101

L592.5

Power Reserve

40h

45h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,625

$8,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) for its exquisite dial work, featuring a dark, moody green on a silver-coated dial with hand-painted varnish. The 40mm model's central second hand and stepped dial contribute to its appeal, with both sizes praised for comfortable wearability due to their thickness and short lugs. One owner notes the mallard green color lacked luster in person compared to photos. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) highly for its dial finishing and comfortable wearability.

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Longines EVIDENZA

Owners widely praise the Longines EVIDENZA for its distinctive tonneau shape, which is seen as a refreshing alternative to standard rectangular watches, and its intricate detailing, including scalloped case ridges and a guilloche dial. The blued hands and dial texture are frequently highlighted as elegant features, with one owner cherishing theirs for 16 years. Some find the date window on the chronograph variant detracts from the overall design, while others appreciate its utility, and one owner notes the "6" numeral is partially cut off. On balance, owners rate the Longines EVIDENZA highly for its unique aesthetic and refined detailing.

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