Which is cheaper, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION or the Zelos GT?

At MSRP the Zelos GT is the cheaper of the two at $499, against $2,350 for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION — a $1,851 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION or the Zelos GT?

The Zelos GT wears larger at 42mm versus 29mm for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION — a 13mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION or the Zelos GT?

The Zelos GT is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines MASTER COLLECTION.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION or the Zelos GT?

The Longines MASTER COLLECTION carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos GT.

What movement does the Longines MASTER COLLECTION run compared to the Zelos GT?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Longines MASTER COLLECTION uses the L592.5 and the Zelos GT uses the Miyota 9133.

Side by side

Longines MASTER COLLECTIONvsZelos GT

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

Longines MASTER COLLECTION

L2.257.4.78.3

MSRP $2,350

Zelos GT

gt-42mm-azzurro

MSRP $499

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

MASTER COLLECTION29mm

GT42mm

Power Reserve

MASTER COLLECTION45h

GT40h

Water Resistance

MASTER COLLECTION30m

GT100m

MSRP

MASTER COLLECTION$2,350

GT$499

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

—

Inner

Dial Color

Silver

SS - Azzurro

Indices

Painted Arabic numerals

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

L592.5

Miyota 9133

Power Reserve

45h

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,350

$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Longines MASTER COLLECTION

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines Master Collection for its excellent finishing and value, with specific mentions of beautiful dials featuring engraved Breguet numerals and blued hands. The movement offers a 72-hour power reserve, and the classical design is noted as versatile. Some owners report the bracelet lacks sufficient micro-adjustment options for a precise fit, and one owner experienced a broken moon phase setting mechanism requiring service. The Master Collection Annual Calendar has 30m water resistance, considered light by one reviewer. Overall, the consensus is that owners and reviewers rate the Longines Master Collection highly for its exceptional value and refined finishing.

From video reviewers

The watch has a strong wrist presence and comfort. The movement accuracy is also a notable feature, delivering luxury value at its price point.

The Zelos GT is lauded for its value and bold design, with owners highlighting the cool power reserve meter and superb 3-point micro-adjust bracelet. Some owners find the case and lugs could hug the wrist better, and the bracelet is noted as being quite long, requiring significant link removal for a 7.1-inch wrist. The dark green dial, while inspired by Lamborghini, is described as appearing mostly black. Overall, owners rate the Zelos GT highly for its value and the quality of its bracelet at the price point.

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