Vero Watch Company Open Water 41vsLongines Legend Diver
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Measurements
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Open Water 41

Legend Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
47mm
Thickness
11mm
lowest
12.7mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
72h
highest
MSRP
n/a
$3,850
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
L888.6
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Vero Watch Company Open Water 41 owners and reviewers praise its exceptional design, finishing, and surprisingly thin wearability at 11mm height and 40mm width, with a 47mm lug-to-lug measurement. The bead-blasted finishing offers a clean, novel look, and its matte treatment extends across the entire bezel. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is regulated in-house to +/-5 seconds per day. Some commenters suggest a lumed pip at 12 and a dive bezel as desirable options. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vero Watch Company Open Water 41 highly for its elegant, contemporary tool watch design and comfortable wearability.
Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER for its faithful retro design and excellent value, with many considering it a top vintage reissue. Reviewers highlight the 39mm model's perfect size, refined look, and comfortable beads-of-rice bracelet. The COSC-certified L888.6 movement provides a 72-hour power reserve, and the watch meets ISO 6425 dive standards. Some owners find the polished lugs and bracelet center links dressier than expected, and the original leather strap is noted as poor quality. A few users expressed disappointment with the watch's in-person presence compared to online images, citing a lack of dial depth. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines LEGEND DIVER highly for its vintage charm and excellent value proposition.
The Longines LEGEND DIVER features a unique blend of vintage design and modern functionality, with 300 meters of water resistance and a 72-hour power reserve. The watch's historical significance and aesthetic appeal are notable strengths. The 7-link bracelet is also a notable feature, although its quality and comfort are not explicitly discussed.
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