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Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIMEvsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME40h
Water Resistance
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME$5,200

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Material
Ceramic
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Screw-down case back
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Both sides
Inner
Indices
Applied Arabic numerals
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Beat Rate
25,200 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,550
$5,200

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What people say

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Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its superb finishing, smooth crown action, and mesmerizing ceramic bezel, with many noting its premium pilot/sporty design and unique dial details. The movement is consistently lauded for its extreme accuracy, running at 0 to +1 second per day, and the watch is considered to offer remarkable value that punches above its price point. However, the bracelet is criticized by multiple sources for its push-pin adjustment and limited micro-adjustment holes, and the 42mm case size with a 49.3mm lug-to-lug is noted as potentially large for smaller wrists, though some users express a preference for the 39mm size. One owner reported their movement failed within the first year and found setting the date a "nightmare," while another owner notes minor criticisms like the date window being slightly off-center. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its impressive finishing and accuracy at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 39mm case size is a significant strength, addressing previous concerns about thickness. The value proposition within the GMT market is also a shared positive point. No consensus on weaknesses was reached.

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