Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $2,600 for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION — a $2,175 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION — a 1mm difference across the dial.

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

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

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

The Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION 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 ELEGANT COLLECTION?

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

Side by side

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size SkeletonvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

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 ELEGANT COLLECTION

L4.910.4.99.6

MSRP $2,600

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm

Power Reserve

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

ELEGANT COLLECTION72h

Water Resistance

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

ELEGANT COLLECTION30m

MSRP

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Dollar Diver

Blue

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

$2,600

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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 ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

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