Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $2,700 for the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC — a $2,275 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

The Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton run compared to the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A and the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC uses the L888.5.

Side by side

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size SkeletonvsLongines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

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

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

croft-mid-size-skeleton-automatic-spongebob-squarepants-peek-a-boo-limited-edition-dollar-diver-sp-5152-01

MSRP $425

Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

L4.984.3.08.7

MSRP $2,700

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC40mm

Power Reserve

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC72h

Water Resistance

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30m

MSRP

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

FLAGSHIP CLASSIC$2,700

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Underside

Dial Color

Dollar Diver

Brown

Indices

Applied

Diamond indexes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

SII NH38A

L888.5

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$425

$2,700

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What people say

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

Owners praise the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC as a beautiful, classy dress watch with deep brand heritage, suitable for special occasions. One owner noted the stock strap appears narrow due to the lug design, making spring bars visible. The Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC reissue is considered a fantastic deal at $700, especially after a recent official Longines service and dial replacement, presenting it as a like-new watch. However, its lack of patina may disappoint collectors who value "character" from wear and scratches. Overall, owners rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition.

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