Which is cheaper, the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION or the Yema Flygraf Pilot?

At MSRP the Yema Flygraf Pilot is the cheaper of the two at $990, against $2,600 for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION — a $1,610 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION or the Yema Flygraf Pilot?

The Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION wears larger at 39mm versus 38.5mm for the Yema Flygraf Pilot — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION or the Yema Flygraf Pilot?

The Yema Flygraf Pilot is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION or the Yema Flygraf Pilot?

The Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Yema Flygraf Pilot.

What movement does the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION run compared to the Yema Flygraf Pilot?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION uses the L888.5 and the Yema Flygraf Pilot uses the Sellita SW200.

Side by side

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTIONvsYema Flygraf Pilot

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

L4.910.4.99.6

MSRP $2,600

Yema Flygraf Pilot

yema-flygraf-pilot-yfly25-ams

MSRP $990

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm

Flygraf Pilot38.5mm

Power Reserve

ELEGANT COLLECTION72h

Flygraf Pilot40h

Water Resistance

ELEGANT COLLECTION30m

Flygraf Pilot100m

MSRP

ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Flygraf Pilot$990

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

—

Inner

Dial Color

Blue

Black

Indices

Diamond indexes

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

L888.5

Sellita SW200

Beat Rate

25,200 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

72h

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,600

$990

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What people say

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Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

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Yema Flygraf Pilot

Owners praise the Yema Flygraf Pilot's legible Type A dial, functional industrial aesthetic, and wearable 39mm/40mm size. Some owners report concerns with Yema's customer service and quality control, while others find the in-house movement acceptable. The titanium case scratches more easily, and the bracelet's pin-and-collar system and long links are noted drawbacks. Accuracy figures range from +8 to +/- 10 seconds per day. On balance, owners appreciate the Yema Flygraf Pilot's design and wearability, though some express caution due to past quality control and customer service issues.

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