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Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUEREDvsZelos Eagle 2

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LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
LonginesLEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
MSRP $3,200
Eagle 2
ZelosEagle 2
MSRP $899

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
Eagle 239mm
Power Reserve
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
Eagle 240h
Water Resistance
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
Eagle 2100m
MSRP
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200
Eagle 2$899

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.7mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.6mm
39mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Both sides
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
L888.5
La Joux-Perret G100
Beat Rate
25,200 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,200
$899

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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.

Zelos Eagle 2

Owners widely praise the Zelos Eagle 2's unique meteorite dial and titanium case, with one owner describing it as a "work of art" featuring a fully lumed dial and a scratch-resistant 1,200 Vickers hardness-coated case. The LaJoux Perret G100Soigne movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners, however, find the dial layout "ugly" and the font thick, while others note minor QC issues like misaligned markers. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Eagle 2 highly for its distinctive meteorite dial and titanium construction at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's compact size is a notable strength, with a 39mm diameter case and 11mm thickness making it suitable for a pilot's watch. A potential weakness is the lug-to-lug fit, which may be too large for smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the bezel, with one reviewer highlighting the Cerakote finish as a standout feature, while another mentions the watch's bezel in passing without comment.

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