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Rolex Lady-DatejustvsLongines Record 26mm

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What people say

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Rolex Lady-Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Lady-Datejust for its elegant design and beautiful dials, with many finding the 28mm case size perfect for smaller wrists. Some owners report excellent timekeeping and that the watch looks even better in person than in photos. Availability and pricing are significant concerns, with some users noting long wait times from authorized dealers while others received watches quickly, and vintage examples are seen by some as overpriced compared to market value. One owner noted the date wheel printing appeared low in the window. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Lady-Datejust highly for its elegant aesthetics and comfortable wearability on smaller wrists.

Longines Record 26mm

Owners widely praise the Longines Record 26mm for its clean dial, chronometer certification, and attractive appearance, with many finding its timekeeping excellent and its well-made feel comfortable. Some owners specifically note the sharp blue hands, which can appear black depending on the angle, and the overall classy dress watch aesthetic. One owner reported accuracy on par with a Rolex Datejust, while another described it as one of the nicest watches they have ever owned. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Record 26mm highly for its chronometer-certified movement and attractive dress watch styling.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lady-Datejust28mm
Record 26mm26mm
Power Reserve
Lady-Datejust55h
Record 26mm
Water Resistance
Lady-Datejust100m
Record 26mm
MSRP
Lady-Datejust$9,150
Record 26mm$2,250

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
28mm
26mm
Thickness
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
0mm
Material
Rolesor
Stainless Steel
Finish
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dial Color
Silver
White matt
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
2236
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
55h
0h
Jewels
31
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,150
$2,250
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