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Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSICvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

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FLAGSHIP CLASSIC
LonginesFLAGSHIP CLASSIC
MSRP $2,450
ELEGANT COLLECTION
LonginesELEGANT COLLECTION
MSRP $2,500

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30mm
ELEGANT COLLECTION29mm
Power Reserve
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC45h
ELEGANT COLLECTION45h
Water Resistance
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30m
ELEGANT COLLECTION30m
MSRP
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC$2,450
ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,500

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
30mm
29mm
Thickness
8.1mm
8.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
36.4mm
33.4mm
Lug Width
15mm
14mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Brown
Silver

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,450
$2,500

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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, and value, with many appreciating its classic aesthetic and sharp rendition of a traditional look. The 38.5mm size is frequently cited as a positive for those seeking a more traditional fit, and the "rice grain" bracelet and color are noted as versatile. Some owners find the watch lacks personality compared to other options, and one reviewer points out its 12.4mm thickness can prevent it from easily slipping under a cuff. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its well-executed classic design and strong value proposition.

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is praised for its modern, retro aesthetic and simplicity, with owners describing it as "very elegant" and "very classy." On balance, the Longines Elegant Collection is well-regarded by owners for its sophisticated and timeless design.

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