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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSICvsZelos LT Carbon

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FLAGSHIP CLASSIC
LonginesFLAGSHIP CLASSIC
MSRP $1,800
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC26mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC45h
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30m
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC$1,800
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
26mm
40mm
Thickness
7.9mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
32.4mm
40mm
Lug Width
12mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Forged Carbon
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
Carbon
Indices
Applied indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
L592.5
Miyota 9133
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Hours, minutes, seconds and date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,800
$449

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What people say

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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

Owners widely praise the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC for its vintage-inspired design, impressive finishing for the price, and classic 38.5mm size, with many highlighting its slim and accurate movement. Some owners appreciate the rice grain bracelet and versatility for daily wear, while others single out the elegant hands and small seconds subdial. A few reviewers note the 3-bar water resistance and closed case back as potential drawbacks, and one owner finds the 12.4mm thickness and flat caseback make it wear tall. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its exceptional value and classic aesthetic.

Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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