Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines CONQUEST?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $450, against $4,750 for the Longines CONQUEST — a $4,300 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines CONQUEST?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 34mm for the Longines CONQUEST — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the Longines CONQUEST?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is rated to 150m versus 100m for the Longines CONQUEST.

What movement does the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic run compared to the Longines CONQUEST?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic uses the SII NH35A and the Longines CONQUEST uses the L888.5.

Side by side

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 AutomaticvsLongines CONQUEST

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

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

fleuss-40-automatic-145th-limited-edition-coral-red-sp-5133-77

MSRP $450

Longines CONQUEST

L3.430.0.87.6

MSRP $4,750

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm

CONQUEST34mm

Power Reserve

Fleuss 40 Automatic40h

CONQUEST40h

Water Resistance

Fleuss 40 Automatic150m

CONQUEST100m

MSRP

Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

CONQUEST$4,750

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Coral

Mother of Pearl

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

L888.5

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$450

$4,750

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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Longines CONQUEST

Owners widely praise the Longines CONQUEST for its versatile, aesthetically pleasing design, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, with many highlighting its high-quality finishing and smooth winding action. Reviewers and owners alike note the watch's well-wearing size and blend of vintage and modern design elements. Some owners report the polished surfaces can be prone to scratches, and multiple sources flag the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustment as a significant drawback impacting fit. Lume quality is also a recurring point of criticism, with one reviewer noting only the black dial version appears to have lumed hands. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Longines CONQUEST a highly versatile and well-built everyday sports watch offering significant value.

From video reviewers

The elegant gold dial is a notable aspect of the Longines CONQUEST. The quartz movement may be a drawback for collectors who prefer mechanical movements. Reviewers disagree on the standout feature, with one highlighting the gold dial and the other the Blue Sunburst dial.

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