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Longines LONGINES AVIGATION BIGEYEvsZelos LT Carbon

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LONGINES AVIGATION BIGEYE
LonginesLONGINES AVIGATION BIGEYE
MSRP $4,400
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
LONGINES AVIGATION BIGEYE41mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
LONGINES AVIGATION BIGEYE40h
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
LONGINES AVIGATION BIGEYE30m
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
LONGINES AVIGATION BIGEYE$4,400
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14.5mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.7mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Forged Carbon
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Carbon

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
L688.5
Miyota 9133

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,400
$449

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What people say

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LONGINES AVIGATION BIGEYE

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines Avigation Bigeye for its unique, asymmetric dial, vintage military aesthetic, and cohesive design, with one reviewer noting its GPHG Best Revival prize win. The tactile chronograph pusher action and reliable L688.2 column wheel movement are highlighted, as is the watch's legibility and versatile strap-swapping potential due to its 20mm lug width. However, criticisms include the 30-minute sub-dial's three-minute hash marks, which some find compromise reading speed, and the lack of drilled lugs. The watch's thickness, around 14.45mm, is noted as typical for its movement, and some owners mention minor QC issues with chronograph hand alignment and a loud rotor. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Avigation Bigeye highly for its distinctive vintage-inspired design and solid chronograph performance at its price point.

Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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