Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $450, against $2,600 for the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION — a $2,150 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is rated to 150m versus 30m for the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic or the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic.

What movement does the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic run compared to the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic uses the SII NH35A and the LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION uses the L891.5.

Side by side

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 AutomaticvsLongines LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION

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 LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION

L4.812.4.11.6

MSRP $2,600

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm

Power Reserve

Fleuss 40 Automatic40h

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION72h

Water Resistance

Fleuss 40 Automatic150m

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION30m

MSRP

Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

LONGINES ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Coral

White

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

L891.5

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$450

$2,600

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What people say

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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 ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its refined, classic design and slim, polished case, with reviewers highlighting its visual discretion and splendor through simplicity. Owners appreciate its versatile aesthetic, suitable for both formal and casual wear, and note the improved date window execution. The watch is powered by the anti-magnetic, 72-hour power reserve calibre L891.5. Some find the silver baton hands on white dials can be difficult to read, and a few feel the date complication detracts from its classic charm. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its elegant styling and value.

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