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Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUEREDvsWilliam Wood The Watch

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LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
LonginesLEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
MSRP $3,200
The Watch
William WoodThe Watch
MSRP $820

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
The Watch41mm
Power Reserve
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
The Watch40h
Water Resistance
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
The Watch100m
MSRP
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200
The Watch$820

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12.7mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.6mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Both sides
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
L888.5
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
25,200 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,200
$820

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What people say

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Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

William Wood The Watch

William Wood The Watch is praised for its fun, well-themed packages and unique design elements inspired by historical and heroic themes. Reviewers note impressive finishing and functional collector's boxes. One model features a 41mm stainless steel case and a Sellita SW510 movement with a 48-hour power reserve, while another has a 42mm bronze case with striking red accents. Design inspirations include fire alarm-themed exhibition casebacks, fire engine dashboard sub-dials, ship's engine order telegraph dials, and NYC skyline casebacks. On balance, William Wood The Watch is a well-finished, thematically rich offering for enthusiasts.

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