Longines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINESvsWolbrook Skindiver Professional

Owners widely praise LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES for its extreme thinness, slim profile, and elegant, discreet design, making it exceptionally comfortable and almost unnoticeable on the wrist. The quartz version is noted for its reliability and "grab and go" convenience, while the automatic is considered a slim, dressy piece. Pre-owned prices for the quartz model range from $300 to $600, significantly lower than its $1650 retail. Some owners find the styling and Roman numerals appealing, and the bracelet is described as comfortable. One owner advises against gold plating due to potential wear, suggesting steel or solid gold instead. Discussions also arise regarding battery life in the quartz models, with one owner reporting a battery failure within months of replacement. Overall, owners rate LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES highly for its elegant, thin design and comfortable wearability at its pre-owned price point.

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver Professional for its vintage aesthetic, legibility, and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting its good lume and attractive design. Specific positives include a well-made Beads of Rice bracelet with micro-adjust, drilled lugs, and a sapphire crystal. However, reviewers and owners note several drawbacks: the lume on the bezel triangle does not match the hands, and overall lume performance is criticized by one source. The Miyota 8315 movement is a point of contention for some, who feel a higher-tier movement would be more appropriate for the price, and "Miyota stutter" is a potential concern. One reviewer scored the watch 5/10, citing mismatched lume, poor lume performance, bezel wobble, and the watch sitting too high on its strap. On balance, owners appreciate the Wolbrook Skindiver Professional for its retro charm and solid build for the price, despite some reservations about the movement and lume consistency.