I wear my auto 42 mm version almost every day. I get more complements on this watch than I do on my Seamaster or Submariner? That says it all! even from fellow watch nerds. Great all rounder, and it wears very thin, so can easily be worn with a dress shirt. Good review mate, hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine.
Thank you for the review! I've been torn between this and the Tag Heuer Formula 1 and I think I now know which one I'm going to buy. I also very much appreciate that this comes in a 39mm size as it would definitely look better on me.
Just purchased one of these on a re-buy as sold my original HC 39mm and purchased the newer ceramic model and now realised I prefer the older design face so bought one today. This new re-buy will be a keeper as they have upgraded the movement on the later 39mm models to the L888.3 with 64 hours power reserve to match the specs of the newer ceramic models. This hobby is costly lol but fun.
I feel the same. I had the newer ceramic model and eventually bought this previous version - I now prefer it. This one has so many beautiful details and just looks so classy. As you say, it's a very expensive hobby! 😜 Thanks for watching. 👍
@@wristwatchdave422 One annoying thing I have noticed with my new 39mm is the bracelet is lighter and not as solid feeling as the one on my older gen 39mm. Most would not care or notice this small difference. I may buy an older quartz model just to get the bracelet from it. Models starting L7 are the newer ones and model numbers starting L6 are the older ones with the more hefty bracelet.
Yeah, I was the same and in fact, I bought the ceramic one first - in grey. However, after some time, I just felt it lacked something and was a bit too dressy. I much prefer this original model now. It's stunning in so many ways.
@@bravodelta6883 Hello, I got a question if you or anyone is familiar with it. I bough 44mm too, five months ago, and I got 5, yer warenty and it's says that watch has 72 hours power reserve, witch I tested and it is exactly 73 hours reserve in it. I got stumps with 5" year warranty and stumb silicone balans spring. Does that mean that the watch has silicon spring inside, movement l888.5. Longines only say that movement is l888, and nothing more. Watch is great, it gains 2 sec a day.
At last Longines have released a 39mm with the ceramic bezel and the new dial style and yes I have purchased one. It may topple my older model who knows.
On your wrist is this with all the links off or room to remove more? I have a smaller wrist but don’t want to get something too loose Thanks for the video
No, not all the links were removed - there are 4 more removable links.
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Nice review of a great all-rounder. I think it’s difficult to capture the true appearance of watches (i.e., what they look like in the flesh in daylight), but you did show as much of the beauty of the dial as possible. Another difference between the ceramic and the aluminium models worth mentioning is the bracelet design. The aluminium-bezel Hydroconquest comes on an H-link bracelet, whereas the ceramic Hydroconquest has a more traditionally styled (“Oyster” style, if you like) bracelet.
@@wristwatchdave422 I didn't know you did a review on this watch but I was looking at this watch today I like the 44mm version even though I have small wrists and was wondering if I should get a black version or a blue version is the blue version too flashy in your opinion 😎👍
@@wristwatchdave422 thanks for the comment also do you think it's safe to buy an oris aquis on Amazon is it safe to buy expensive watches on Amazon 😬😎👍
@@kingadjust5422 I would have said yes a couple of years ago but last year, I bought a Tag Aquaracer on Amazon Prime and it turned out to be fake! I was very surprised. They did refund me though.
Great review. I love this watch and want to buy it in the 39 but I wear my watches loose and when I look at that crown and those crown guards I can't help thinking that they'd really dig into the back of my wrist and be very uncomfortable. I don't have the option of trying one on before buying and I'd really appreciate your opinion on this?
Hi - I don't have a large wrist and have never found the crown guards to be a problem. It certainly doesn't dig into my wrist and the watch is very comfortable and actually it's quite slim for a diver so I think it will be fine for you. Thanks for watching 👍
@@wristwatchdave422 Hi, thanks for the info you've been a great help, the back of my hand was traumatized by my SKX007 and ever since I'm careful when it comes to crown guards
I wear my auto 42 mm version almost every day. I get more complements on this watch than I do on my Seamaster or Submariner? That says it all! even from fellow watch nerds. Great all rounder, and it wears very thin, so can easily be worn with a dress shirt. Good review mate, hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine.
Yeah - you've summed it up perfectly. There is something uniquely special about his watch. Thanks for watching 👍
Thank you for the review! I've been torn between this and the Tag Heuer Formula 1 and I think I now know which one I'm going to buy. I also very much appreciate that this comes in a 39mm size as it would definitely look better on me.
Yes, the size is just right. Thanks for watching 👍
Hi, I just bought this watch a motnh ago, Do you know how often it should be serviced?
Just purchased one of these on a re-buy as sold my original HC 39mm and purchased the newer ceramic model and now realised I prefer the older design face so bought one today. This new re-buy will be a keeper as they have upgraded the movement on the later 39mm models to the L888.3 with 64 hours power reserve to match the specs of the newer ceramic models. This hobby is costly lol but fun.
I feel the same. I had the newer ceramic model and eventually bought this previous version - I now prefer it. This one has so many beautiful details and just looks so classy. As you say, it's a very expensive hobby! 😜 Thanks for watching. 👍
@@wristwatchdave422 One annoying thing I have noticed with my new 39mm is the bracelet is lighter and not as solid feeling as the one on my older gen 39mm. Most would not care or notice this small difference. I may buy an older quartz model just to get the bracelet from it. Models starting L7 are the newer ones and model numbers starting L6 are the older ones with the more hefty bracelet.
@@resjon7981 Yes I noticed that too - it's daft. New models should have a better bracelet, not worse.
Nice watch from a legendary company.
👍 thanks for watching.
Beautiful watch. Thinking of getting a blue watch and this might be the one!
Go for it!
A very nice watch, I have the same in 41 mm. But in the price range with no screw-down bracelet links is a no go.
Thanks for watching 👍
To be honest, the push pins on the bracelet are the nicest I've ever used by far. I was quite surprised how nice they are.
How is that a no go? You resize once and you’re good to go
Well done!
👍 Thanks for watching
Great watch
👍 Thanks for watching.
Fantastic review!
Very detailed.
Congratulations!
I would like to know what is your wrist size?
Thanks in advance
Greeting
Thanks for your kind feedback. Wrist size is 7 inches.
Can’t wait to see the bezel fade on these over the decades
At first I wanted the ceramic one but I really love this one Dave. Gonna have to get one. The 44 for me. 👊😎
Yeah, I was the same and in fact, I bought the ceramic one first - in grey. However, after some time, I just felt it lacked something and was a bit too dressy. I much prefer this original model now. It's stunning in so many ways.
Bought the 44 last week. 👌
@@bravodelta6883 nice one 👍
@@bravodelta6883
Hello, I got a question if you or anyone is familiar with it. I bough 44mm too, five months ago, and I got 5, yer warenty and it's says that watch has 72 hours power reserve, witch I tested and it is exactly 73 hours reserve in it. I got stumps with 5" year warranty and stumb silicone balans spring. Does that mean that the watch has silicon spring inside, movement l888.5. Longines only say that movement is l888, and nothing more. Watch is great, it gains 2 sec a day.
At last Longines have released a 39mm with the ceramic bezel and the new dial style and yes I have purchased one. It may topple my older model who knows.
👍 Thanks for watching
Damn I need this watch!!!!
It sure is a beauty. Unfortunately, I sold mine last year which I really regret now. 🙄
Hi can do a comparation to the ceramic one ?
On your wrist is this with all the links off or room to remove more?
I have a smaller wrist but don’t want to get something too loose
Thanks for the video
No, not all the links were removed - there are 4 more removable links.
Nice review of a great all-rounder. I think it’s difficult to capture the true appearance of watches (i.e., what they look like in the flesh in daylight), but you did show as much of the beauty of the dial as possible.
Another difference between the ceramic and the aluminium models worth mentioning is the bracelet design. The aluminium-bezel Hydroconquest comes on an H-link bracelet, whereas the ceramic Hydroconquest has a more traditionally styled (“Oyster” style, if you like) bracelet.
That is a good point you make about the bracelet. Thanks for watching! 👍
@@wristwatchdave422 I didn't know you did a review on this watch but I was looking at this watch today I like the 44mm version even though I have small wrists and was wondering if I should get a black version or a blue version is the blue version too flashy in your opinion 😎👍
@@kingadjust5422 I don't think the blue one is too flashy but the 41mm would look better in my opinion.
@@wristwatchdave422 thanks for the comment also do you think it's safe to buy an oris aquis on Amazon is it safe to buy expensive watches on Amazon 😬😎👍
@@kingadjust5422 I would have said yes a couple of years ago but last year, I bought a Tag Aquaracer on Amazon Prime and it turned out to be fake! I was very surprised. They did refund me though.
Good price point. Heuer Calibre 5 is very handsome but has a hefty price tag.
True - thanks for watching 👍
Hi, just wondering how big are your wrists? Asking because of sizing, thanks in advance.
Hi - wrist size is 7 inches.
bonjour quelle est ta circonférence de poignet s'il te plait? belle revue !merci
merci beaucoup - circonférence est 17.5cm 👍
Can you put the link for the one with the ceramic bezel?
ruclips.net/video/cROIiymmt7w/видео.html
Anyone can tell me what the lume is like? I had a 41mm. Years ago, as much as I love it, must admit the lume was rubbish.
The lume is good but not outstanding
@@wristwatchdave422 how would you rated? I used to have a hydroconquest 41mm. Bk in 2010 it was awful lume. Has it improvefrom that?
My lume is terrible to be honest, but I still love the watch, maybe they improved the lume over time with the newer watches.
Great review. I love this watch and want to buy it in the 39 but I wear my watches loose and when I look at that crown and those crown guards I can't help thinking that they'd really dig into the back of my wrist and be very uncomfortable. I don't have the option of trying one on before buying and I'd really appreciate your opinion on this?
Hi - I don't have a large wrist and have never found the crown guards to be a problem. It certainly doesn't dig into my wrist and the watch is very comfortable and actually it's quite slim for a diver so I think it will be fine for you. Thanks for watching 👍
@@wristwatchdave422 Hi, thanks for the info you've been a great help, the back of my hand was traumatized by my SKX007 and ever since I'm careful when it comes to crown guards
I believe the crown guards are meant to look like wings. Which is the Longines logo. Took me a while to see it.
@@wristwatchdave422 great review. You think a oyster bracelet would fit the longines?
@@mikearkous8379 Hi - yes it should do. I think that would look very smart actually. 👌
Whats the model number in this one?
L37414966
Where did you get it from for $700 if you don’t mind me asking? That’s a great deal!
Hi - it was from Jomashop in the States in one of their flash deals.
@@wristwatchdave422 Thanks! That’s what a thought. Their currently have it for $909. I guess I’ll keep checking daily for a flash sale.
The lug to lug is closer to 48
I need this info. Hard to find since it was old model
What is your wrist size?
Hi - it's 7 inches
@@wristwatchdave422 Should i order the 39mm version or the 41mm version on a 6 inch wrist?
@@bennivideo2164 I recommend the 39mm
What’s your wrist size?