The compressor style divers have one of my favourite designs for dive watches, but lately I like the skin diver style more an more and surprisingly it would be my pick here. Just love the look of this one, even the faux patina is to my liking with this one. 😄
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces Actually really glad you made this video, they trade blows to each their own. I wanted the LLD so bad, but from watching this and countless more research on the LSD. The Skin Diver is the watch I want now. A rugged workhorse with that vintage look I'm after. A watch to keep for the years to come. The more I look at it the more I want it. No other watch has given me that feeling in ages. If I I had the money and could choose between a Rolex Daytona or this, I'd actually go for this Skin Diver. And a good looking Daytona is not an easy pass.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces I will definitely keep you updated. Currently awaiting order on one now. Thanks again for this awesome informative video! 😁 Happy new year to you as well!
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces I ended up getting the Legend Diver, got it today! Loving it so far😁 The watch fit on my wrist with the long lugs are just about perfect. With the Eulit Palma Pacific perlon two piece it sits even better. Still want the Skin Diver one day as well, for another time. Once again, great video!
Thank you for this video as I was debating between the Skin Diver, Legend Diver or the Spirit. I concur with your opinion and ultimately decided on the Legend Diver as I wanted a vintage piece and with Milanese bracelet, just gives it the perfect vintage touch. The internal bezel is a unique feature to have and as your video stated, there's a little click when rotating it in hand and not slippery smooth as I had thought. I like its different from my Hydroconquest with the typical exterior diver bezel, though very well made and built like a tank. Thought the quality was good on that, the LLD far surpasses it IMHO. Appreciate your reviews. Cheers and stay safe!
First off, great job on the comparison. I am actually working on my first comparison video. This is a tough call for me because I've really liked most of what Longines has been putting out especially the Spirit line. But both of these watches have too many things about each I don't really like. The Skin Diver with the matte dial finish and the arabic's design reminds me of a Flieger more than a diver. And the Legend I just don't know about the internal dive bezel. Don't get me wrong I'm sure they are both very nice in person but just from a video I don't know. But you did a great job on comparing, its not easy to do!
Which one? The one which is 39mm in diameter and has a lug to lug length of about 46-48mm. Is it available yet? Longines really need to get in the game at this size point.
Legend diver definitely over skin diver. I just wish they was a no date option on the stainless version and I love the heritage collection by Longines especially the tuxedo
I'm wondering if the Hydro Conquest divers have better lume. Might have to see if I can borrow one. I've been liking the chronos and the Heritage line a lot too.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces the LLD is on par with the Hydro Conquest (non-ceramic bezel version, don't know for the ceramic bezel version) for lume, not the greatest and won't last as long as the Conquest VHP GMT in comparison.
I definitely prefer the Legend Diver over the Skin one. Why ? 1- originality of crystal dome & compressor ; 2- versatility for wearing it : both dressed and casual. Moreover, Skin Diver lacks ceramic bezel, date and patina painting. However, I wouldn't buy the Legend Diver for 2 reasons : 1- compressor can't be used under water ; 2- luminescent is very poor. This makes me feel you get the look without the function. On this point, I admit Skin Diver is a bit more consistent. Finally since both watches work with home mechanism, be prepared to depend on Longines factory for maintenance...
So two main things here. 1. The legend diver does not use a super compressor case. While the vintage watches this watch is based on DID use this style, manufacturing techniques have advanced far past this case style and it's no longer needed. 2. The legend diver is rated to 30bar/300m, it's listed right on the Longines website. So you can swim, dive ect. with this watch with no problems. Would be pretty poor for a swiss manufactuere to put 'diver' on their watch if it couldn't be used underwater. And finally, it does not have an in house movement. It's a dressed up ETA. Any competent watchmaker could service the watch
@@larrymorgan6778 What's the point to get a vintage style watch if it is only a scam ? If you do ask any other watchmaker to take care of it, you immediately lose Longines warranty.
@@ronin7723 it’s not a scam, I’m not sure what you mean by that. It doesn’t say it’s a super compressor case. It’s better , and more water resistant. Of course if it’s under warranty then let longines fix it for free if there’s something wrong. But your comment about it having an in house movement is incorrect. Any competent watchmaker could service the movement.
@@larrymorgan6778 Got information from salesman. Not from website. He might be wrong, but read the contract : only Longines can fix the watch. How I know it ? I'm a client of the company. Scam is may be too much, you are right, but what I mean is no serious diver will ever use this watch, neither a vintage lover. Yes, the watch is stylish, but don't expect much more. At this price point, you can get something more guenuine, utilitarian and hassle free. So for me it is like getting a Canada Dry instead of a beer.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces Indeed it is, same goes with Hamilton, extra long lugs. But they have their watches in smaller cases, eventually still more compact on wrist.
Like both of these, but i'll never get over seeing a p3n!s shape hour hand... at least moving! 😉😜😂😂😂 Thanks for the review mate, but......... (just can't!) LOL
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I prefer the Skin Diver myself, due to its vintage look. Both are beautiful timepieces. As always great review, love the shots at the end.
Appreciate it Lou. Thanks for sticking around to the end too :)
The compressor style divers have one of my favourite designs for dive watches, but lately I like the skin diver style more an more and surprisingly it would be my pick here. Just love the look of this one, even the faux patina is to my liking with this one. 😄
I really liked the Skin Diver too. Thanks Tom.
I would have a hard time choosing between these 2 honestly. Both are such nice but different dive watches. Thanks for the side by side Bob!😎👍
Tough to pick for sure. Both great options.
LLD body incorporated with the skin diver textured dial would be a sight to behold. That would be insaine!
That would be really cool actually. Thanks!
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces Actually really glad you made this video, they trade blows to each their own. I wanted the LLD so bad, but from watching this and countless more research on the LSD. The Skin Diver is the watch I want now. A rugged workhorse with that vintage look I'm after. A watch to keep for the years to come.
The more I look at it the more I want it. No other watch has given me that feeling in ages. If I I had the money and could choose between a Rolex Daytona or this, I'd actually go for this Skin Diver. And a good looking Daytona is not an easy pass.
@@SagaSynthetics Glad I was able to help. Definitely let me know if you get one. Happy new year!
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces I will definitely keep you updated. Currently awaiting order on one now. Thanks again for this awesome informative video! 😁 Happy new year to you as well!
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces I ended up getting the Legend Diver, got it today! Loving it so far😁
The watch fit on my wrist with the long lugs are just about perfect. With the Eulit Palma Pacific perlon two piece it sits even better. Still want the Skin Diver one day as well, for another time. Once again, great video!
Thank you for this video as I was debating between the Skin Diver, Legend Diver or the Spirit. I concur with your opinion and ultimately decided on the Legend Diver as I wanted a vintage piece and with Milanese bracelet, just gives it the perfect vintage touch. The internal bezel is a unique feature to have and as your video stated, there's a little click when rotating it in hand and not slippery smooth as I had thought. I like its different from my Hydroconquest with the typical exterior diver bezel, though very well made and built like a tank. Thought the quality was good on that, the LLD far surpasses it IMHO. Appreciate your reviews. Cheers and stay safe!
Congratulations on getting the LLD. Love that watch. You're right, it's built so solidly and just looks great too. Thanks and enjoy the new watch!
Good morning Bob. Great video comparison. I agree with you, I would choose the Legend.
Good morning. Appreciate it Ian!
Like the look of the legend diver more personally. Great comparison Bob!
Thanks a lot!
First off, great job on the comparison. I am actually working on my first comparison video. This is a tough call for me because I've really liked most of what Longines has been putting out especially the Spirit line. But both of these watches have too many things about each I don't really like. The Skin Diver with the matte dial finish and the arabic's design reminds me of a Flieger more than a diver. And the Legend I just don't know about the internal dive bezel. Don't get me wrong I'm sure they are both very nice in person but just from a video I don't know. But you did a great job on comparing, its not easy to do!
I can appreciate that. Yes the comparison videos are a little more challenging for sure. Looking forward to yours when it comes out.
Legend diver for me! The lug to lug length on both are a bit much though!
Yeah they are long. The LLD seems to look shorter but it's pretty well the same length.
Skin Diver for me, next on my list.🤘😎
Cool! It's an awesome watch 👍👍
Legend diver for me, feels like it wears better and I personally don’t like the black bezel on the skin diver. Both are gorgeous
Both are gorgeous for sure. I really like the Skin Diver but I'd go Legend too.
Which one? The one which is 39mm in diameter and has a lug to lug length of about 46-48mm. Is it available yet? Longines really need to get in the game at this size point.
Great review! And comparison. I think personally the legend diver does it for me 😍😍 I wish the skin diver didn't have such a orange faux patina.
It would be cool if they had a non faux patina version of it.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces totally agree!
Great comparison, gotta go with the legend between the two. Just a bit different and looks great on wrist.
Thanks J!
I was put it the 42mm on wrist for trial last week in AD, the overall is almost perfect, the rest is the long lugs for my 6.25 inches wrist.
Def. LLD 😎👌🏼
But I like the tool mil character of the SD much. Both are great 4 sure.
I like that the SD is brushed and has the toolier look but I still slightly prefer the LLD too👍👍
Legend diver definitely over skin diver. I just wish they was a no date option on the stainless version and I love the heritage collection by Longines especially the tuxedo
I recently had the bronze in with no date. Curious is that's a sign that maybe some more no date options come out soon.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces I agree
Legend diver easy, actually like a lot of the Heritage line. I'm a sucker for vintage looking divers like my Oris 65
The 65 is a watch I've been wanting to add to my own collection at some point. Hopefully soon.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces I really like mine I have the 40mm with the 3,6,9,12 markers.
The Skin looks amazing. I´m in doubt between this and the Oris Aquis (with the Sellita movement). Regards from Argentina!
I actually own the Aquis. For me I prefer the Aquis but both are great watches.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces thanks for your opinion! For the moment, the aquis is my choice too
Legend for me, in
blue color.
What is the bezel material on the skin diver? Plastic?
Good job on the video! Legend diver all the way (blue!? on the black strap of the Legend diver)
Oh meant to mention that. It was some sort of plastic material on the original but this is pvd coated steel. Blue LLD is a good call btw.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces i worry about scratching off the thin PVD finish. Should be ceramic at that price! (?)
Love both !
Me too :)
I'm more drawn towards the Longines chronograph line. At this price point the poor lume on their divers is a turn off.
I'm wondering if the Hydro Conquest divers have better lume. Might have to see if I can borrow one. I've been liking the chronos and the Heritage line a lot too.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces the LLD is on par with the Hydro Conquest (non-ceramic bezel version, don't know for the ceramic bezel version) for lume, not the greatest and won't last as long as the Conquest VHP GMT in comparison.
I definitely prefer the Legend Diver over the Skin one. Why ? 1- originality of crystal dome & compressor ; 2- versatility for wearing it : both dressed and casual. Moreover, Skin Diver lacks ceramic bezel, date and patina painting. However, I wouldn't buy the Legend Diver for 2 reasons : 1- compressor can't be used under water ; 2- luminescent is very poor. This makes me feel you get the look without the function. On this point, I admit Skin Diver is a bit more consistent. Finally since both watches work with home mechanism, be prepared to depend on Longines factory for maintenance...
That Longines "home" mechanism is actually an ETA 2824-2 with some work art on the balancer.
So two main things here. 1. The legend diver does not use a super compressor case. While the vintage watches this watch is based on DID use this style, manufacturing techniques have advanced far past this case style and it's no longer needed. 2. The legend diver is rated to 30bar/300m, it's listed right on the Longines website. So you can swim, dive ect. with this watch with no problems. Would be pretty poor for a swiss manufactuere to put 'diver' on their watch if it couldn't be used underwater. And finally, it does not have an in house movement. It's a dressed up ETA. Any competent watchmaker could service the watch
@@larrymorgan6778 What's the point to get a vintage style watch if it is only a scam ? If you do ask any other watchmaker to take care of it, you immediately lose Longines warranty.
@@ronin7723 it’s not a scam, I’m not sure what you mean by that. It doesn’t say it’s a super compressor case. It’s better , and more water resistant. Of course if it’s under warranty then let longines fix it for free if there’s something wrong. But your comment about it having an in house movement is incorrect. Any competent watchmaker could service the movement.
@@larrymorgan6778 Got information from salesman. Not from website. He might be wrong, but read the contract : only Longines can fix the watch. How I know it ? I'm a client of the company. Scam is may be too much, you are right, but what I mean is no serious diver will ever use this watch, neither a vintage lover. Yes, the watch is stylish, but don't expect much more. At this price point, you can get something more guenuine, utilitarian and hassle free. So for me it is like getting a Canada Dry instead of a beer.
Both great looking. Far to big for my tastes though.
They're chunky for sure. Thanks Joe!
What’s your wrist size?
7.25 inches.
they RUINED the LLD with the date window
👍 YESSSSS my main problem to
Both watches should be 40mm with shorter lugs.
I don't mind the 42 but the lugs are very long for sure.
I wish Skin Diver had a 36mm version like Legend Diver did. Otherwise 52.5mm of l2l distance is jus too much.
I can handle the 52mm but shorter would be nicer. Not sure why but they have a lot of watches with really long lug to lug for some reason.
@@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces Indeed it is, same goes with Hamilton, extra long lugs. But they have their watches in smaller cases, eventually still more compact on wrist.
Like both of these, but i'll never get over seeing a p3n!s shape hour hand... at least moving! 😉😜😂😂😂
Thanks for the review mate, but......... (just can't!) LOL
Oh boy. Can't unsee that 😅