Seiko Diamond CollectionvsLongines Master Collection

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Seiko Diamond Collection at true scale

Diamond Collection

Longines Master Collection at true scale

Master Collection

Diameter

32mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

39mm

lowest

46.8mm

Thickness

8.2mm

lowest

9.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$525

lowest

$4,850

Movement

Seiko 6N32

Longines L888

Case

7 specs
Diameter
32mm
40mm
Thickness
8.2mm
9.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
15mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
n/a
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Silver
Indices
n/a
Diamond indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6N32
Longines L888
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$525
$4,850
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Reviews

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

Seiko Diamond Collection

Owners widely praise the Seiko Diamond Collection for its stunning beauty, particularly highlighting the 14 real diamonds and the attractive two-tone color scheme. The mother-of-pearl dial, sapphire crystal, and lightweight build are frequently appreciated features. Some owners note that the dial's detail is best captured in direct sunlight, and the green-dialed version has been a particular hit. The watch is considered to offer excellent fit and finish for its price, especially when found on sale. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Diamond Collection highly for its dazzling diamond accents and attractive aesthetic.

Longines Master Collection

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines Master Collection for its heritage-inspired design, beautiful dial textures, and excellent fit and finish. The watch is considered a great value, with specific praise for its classic styling and the realization of complications like the annual calendar and triple-date function. Some owners note the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments, preventing a perfect fit for some, and a few find the case finishing somewhat homogenous. The 30m water resistance is considered on the light side by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Master Collection highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The movement accuracy is consistently praised. Reviewers noted the elegant and timeless design.