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Sugess Tourbillon Master S454vsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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Tourbillon Master S454
SugessTourbillon Master S454
MSRP $999
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tourbillon Master S45441mm
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
Tourbillon Master S45440h
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME40h
Water Resistance
Tourbillon Master S4545m
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
Tourbillon Master S454$999
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME$5,200

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
8.9mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
5m
100m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ST8000
L844.4
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$999
$5,200

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What people say

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Sugess Tourbillon Master S454

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 for its attractive dial finishing, sharp case edges, and the visual appeal of its genuine tourbillon, especially considering its price point. Specific strengths highlighted include a delicate 38mm size with 11.5mm thickness and a crisp winding feel. However, multiple owners note accuracy issues, with figures ranging from +6 to +11 seconds per day and one report of -12 seconds per day. Concerns are also raised about the movement's finishing upon close inspection, the lack of internal anti-reflective coating causing reflections, a small crown that makes winding cumbersome, and potential long-term durability and serviceability challenges. The 24-hour complication is not independently adjustable, and water resistance is limited to 50m. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 highly for its impressive tourbillon and finishing at the price, despite some noted accuracy and finishing caveats.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functional tourbillon movement under $600 is a significant strength. Reviewers noted issues with the bracelet and wearability.

LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its superb finishing, smooth crown action, and mesmerizing ceramic bezel, with many noting its premium pilot/sporty design and unique dial details. The movement is consistently lauded for its extreme accuracy, running at 0 to +1 second per day, and the watch is considered to offer remarkable value that punches above its price point. However, the bracelet is criticized by multiple sources for its push-pin adjustment and limited micro-adjustment holes, and the 42mm case size with a 49.3mm lug-to-lug is noted as potentially large for smaller wrists, though some users express a preference for the 39mm size. One owner reported their movement failed within the first year and found setting the date a "nightmare," while another owner notes minor criticisms like the date window being slightly off-center. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its impressive finishing and accuracy at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 39mm case size is a significant strength, addressing previous concerns about thickness. The value proposition within the GMT market is also a shared positive point. No consensus on weaknesses was reached.

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