Which is cheaper, the Longines EVIDENZA or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

At MSRP the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 is the cheaper of the two at $399, against $2,650 for the Longines EVIDENZA — a $2,251 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Longines EVIDENZA or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

The Longines EVIDENZA wears larger at 38.75mm versus 38mm for the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 — a 0.8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Longines EVIDENZA or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

The Zelos Swordfish Field 38 is rated to 200m versus 30m for the Longines EVIDENZA.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Longines EVIDENZA or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

The Longines EVIDENZA carries a 50-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos Swordfish Field 38.

What movement does the Longines EVIDENZA run compared to the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Longines EVIDENZA uses the L615.3 and the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 uses the Seiko NH35.

Side by side

Longines EVIDENZAvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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

Longines EVIDENZA

L2.642.4.73.6

MSRP $2,650

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

swordfish-field-38mm-bronze-burnt-orange

MSRP $399

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

EVIDENZA38.75mm

Swordfish Field 3838mm

Power Reserve

EVIDENZA50h

Swordfish Field 3840h

Water Resistance

EVIDENZA30m

Swordfish Field 38200m

MSRP

EVIDENZA$2,650

Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

Underside

Inner

Dial Color

Silver

Bronze

Indices

Painted Arabic numerals

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

L615.3

Seiko NH35

Power Reserve

50h

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

Hours, minutes, small second at 6 o'clock and date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,650

$399

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What people say

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Longines EVIDENZA

Owners widely praise the Longines EVIDENZA for its unique tonneau shape, elegant and classy aesthetic, and standout dial texture, with one owner highlighting its suitability for a classic look over 16 years. Reviewers and owners alike commend its blued hands and guilloche dial for evoking panache, though some note the cut-off '6' numeral as a flaw. One owner found the date window useful and well-placed, while another suggested its absence would improve the design. Overall, owners rate the Longines EVIDENZA highly for its distinctive design and elegant finishing.

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Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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