The updated version with the ceramic bezel and updated high grade 2892 based Longines exclusive movement is truly a bargain even at full retail. Its wear and looks amazing on the new rubber strap/deploy combo. What many don't know is that Longines watches are still made in the same factory since the beginning of the company over 100 years ago. Furthermore, the high grade ETA based calibers were codeveloped with ETA and are actually produced onsite at the Longines factory by ETA. Hamilton for example, although great watches are made in various facilities. There is no official Hamilton factory. Whatever the business model is at Longines, I am happy as it provides us watch geeks with the ability to purchase an extremely high quality watch for a very low price. These watches are made as well as any 5k plus watch.
Got the exact same one over 5 years ago and still love it. My first diver, more followed after, less or more expensive. None of them feel as solid as the Hydro. Alu bezel has faded a little but that adds to its character. Wear it diving or as a dressy piece, no problem. It has a James Bond feel lol! BTW: that colour has been described as midnight blue. Gorgeous.
I wear the 39MM in my rotation ,I have it a few years now Its ok,not bad not fantastic .They need to update the bezel to ceramic and use screws instead of friction pins in the band - I like mine ,it wears well..
I can tell that English is your second language and you did a wonderful job. I'm expecting the 39 mm version of this watch today and I couldn't be more excited.
Anybody here have the quartz? I have lots of automatics and wouldn't mind having a few quartz watches to grab and go. I had the Omega Seamaster quartz version years ago and loved its put on and go convenience...
I got mine also used for a steal but got it serviced for nearly the same amount lol. Since then it runs perfect 👍 It has its flaws (lume, bracelet) but right now I have it on a sailcloth strap…and it’s simply perfect! The dimensions of it are the best! Still love it after 3 years It has a permanent place in my collection. I used it diving or clubbing it always is a great choice.
Just bought my first Longines a two tone gold hydro conquest automatic, never used to rate Longines, I own a Breitling Avenger, also, but this watch is really a solid piece how wrong was I, great value for money,. Still looking to Purchase a Rolex, a Tudor, and a Panerai then my Collection will be complete.
HI EDC I have one of these and simply love it my first high end watch was Longines in 1965 .I have the Hydro and love it.I think people expect to much. There are plenty on Micro Brands and like the Longines I would rather have this watch over a Rolex. I love the feel and I remember my time with diver longines. Its great just get to know it forget all the stupid petty points. best regards .
Once I get to the point where I can justify spending 1000 on one watch instead of two, this is mine. Classy but subdued, tooly enough not to be afraid to wear it, quality build, nice sizes available. No picture does it justice. I'd buy it on the bracelet, but put it on rubber/canvas. Just not a bracelet guy, but it's always best to have the original.
i bought mine on bracelet kinda regretting this tbh cuz realistically am not gonna buy the authentic rubber strap due to high price and bracelet is not that special
I wish they used the blue lume for this watch it would make it so much better . Also do strapcode do any bracelets for this model ? Would be interested to see it on a few different steel ones with a taper.
Jonny Parker I’m delighted with the bracelet on mine, so unless you absolutely have to have a tapered bracelet, I would suggest you’ll be satisfied with the standard item.
I've just had one of these arrive today, it's still in its plastic wrap, I'm in the UK so in pounds sterling I paid £909.00, that was the cheapest and it comes with a five year warranty.
Nice review! Any thoughts on how this might compare to the Seiko SBDC061, Baby Marinemaster? The 061 runs a few hundred bucks less, has the 6R15 movement (lower beat rate, lower PR), Seiko's Zaratsu polishing and Dia Shield protection. Can't decide between the two.
@@nathanielkhadany3867 I wound up getting both, although I opted for the more recent HC Ceramic, 65hr PR, wow, certainly punches far above its price point. They even improved the lume. A real beauty of a watch, and proof that there's a ton of happiness in the thousand dollar market.
@@roadwary56 some wear bigger than others. When I hear longines I don't think big old divers watch but something kind of dressy. Big old divers watches are a dime a dozen. So just wondering.
@@roadwary56 I agree. I think in general it is not the size of the watch that makes it easy to ready but contrast between the hands and background and leaving all that writing and huge numbers off the dials. I love my orient Ray ii for those reasons.
I've seen this compared to the trident a few times, and I don't really get it. Both very nice watches, but in the looks dept. the Longines for me is just in a different league. Just my taste, what can you say.
@@Bob.martens the Longines has a more impressive heritage, but after owning multiple Tridents, I feel like you get way more bang for your buck with CW. they punch way above their weight .
@@trevillyan5515 I must admit I have never seen a Trident in the wild, so there goes my objectivity. A friend of mine has a Longines (41), and has lent it to me for a week once, and it physically hurt to give it back. To me it's actually not about the heritage, though it doesn't hurt. CW is a brand I'd be equally proud to wear if they made a watch like the Hudroconquest:)
U odnosu na DS actiondiver ne deluje mi duplo kvalitetnije/skuplje, cak vise kic, a manje sportski. Imam iste rukavice, i naocare za sunce, samo druge boje...
@@edcwatches thanks, I am a little confused since the seastar is around 800 and the longines around 950,- Meanwhile I read that longines is a much more exclusive brand. But it seems pretty equal. But I prefer the longines dials over the tissot. But I prefer the open backcase of the tissot.
Every watch with the clasp open and you shake it like you did in this video, will rattle. I find it kind of silly that you make it like that is a fault of the watch. Maybe talk about how accurate it is or isn't, but the rattle of the band? Come on man!
I do not sugar coat it.. you can watch big watch you tubers if you want sugar coated reviews and thousand dollar micro brands spruked.. it is accurate within the specs
Why the fuck does everyone recommends Oris? That and Hamilton are awful brands for diving watches, I've rarely seen one going beyond 10 BAR WR. That's just pathetic to call your watch a dive watch and give it only shower water resistance. Fuck outta here with those wastes of money. I'd buy an Orient aa02001b or RA-AA0008B any day in favor of Oris or Hamilton and when it comes to swiss this Longines is UNBEATABLE for its looks, and everything else it has to offer. Same with Tissot Seastar 1000 and Certina DS Action, all automatic. Those really deserve the money.
Chinese watches like San Martin are way better made & way cheaper. Sure it’s a great horological brand, but who cares. You could buy 4 or 5 San Martins for the same purchase as this watch. Who cares about prestige, it’s just a thought.
@@edcwatches I own a Casio Duro, great watch. If you seriously think the Longines is a better made watch than Sam Martin you are kidding yourself. Watch snobs like you are why Rolex prices are where they are today, you are completely blind where a lot of Swiss made watches get parts from... surprise surprise it's China. San Martin are not garbage, maybe you should buy one & compare it to the Longines dude, I certainly have & it's no contest, San Martin shit all over it.
Hydroconquest on amazon tinyurl.com/y6fmvnkf
The updated version with the ceramic bezel and updated high grade 2892 based Longines exclusive movement is truly a bargain even at full retail. Its wear and looks amazing on the new rubber strap/deploy combo. What many don't know is that Longines watches are still made in the same factory since the beginning of the company over 100 years ago. Furthermore, the high grade ETA based calibers were codeveloped with ETA and are actually produced onsite at the Longines factory by ETA. Hamilton for example, although great watches are made in various facilities. There is no official Hamilton factory. Whatever the business model is at Longines, I am happy as it provides us watch geeks with the ability to purchase an extremely high quality watch for a very low price. These watches are made as well as any 5k plus watch.
Got the exact same one over 5 years ago and still love it. My first diver, more followed after, less or more expensive. None of them feel as solid as the Hydro. Alu bezel has faded a little but that adds to its character. Wear it diving or as a dressy piece, no problem. It has a James Bond feel lol! BTW: that colour has been described as midnight blue. Gorgeous.
perfect description of the color
What do you mean the bezel is faded, because of the sun/UV radiation?
@@TheVinkass That and salt water I suppose.
I wear the 39MM in my rotation ,I have it a few years now Its ok,not bad not fantastic .They need to update the bezel to ceramic and use screws instead of friction pins in the band - I like mine ,it wears well..
They did at the start of this year, they are coming out with a full ceramic case and bezel model next year
I just got the ceramic version like a month ago
oyster style bracelt i like a lot more than H links
mine is black in 41m
i love it
I love the jingly jangly. Just ordered a 39mm version. Thanks for posting.
@Je suis non binaire Monsieur The 39mm fits perfectly. Looks much bigger on wrist.
I can tell that English is your second language and you did a wonderful job. I'm expecting the 39 mm version of this watch today and I couldn't be more excited.
Anybody here have the quartz? I have lots of automatics and wouldn't mind having a few quartz watches to grab and go. I had the Omega Seamaster quartz version years ago and loved its put on and go convenience...
I got mine also used for a steal but got it serviced for nearly the same amount lol. Since then it runs perfect 👍 It has its flaws (lume, bracelet) but right now I have it on a sailcloth strap…and it’s simply perfect! The dimensions of it are the best! Still love it after 3 years It has a permanent place in my collection. I used it diving or clubbing it always is a great choice.
How much was the service on this? I've been thinking about grabbing one, but I am leaning towards the quartz since it is the same case.
I love mine. Fabulous - has Style and Heritage
best bang per buck!
I love mine, 1 year in and still is amazing
Just bought my first Longines a two tone gold hydro conquest automatic, never used to rate Longines, I own a Breitling Avenger, also, but this watch is really a solid piece how wrong was I, great value for money,. Still looking to Purchase a Rolex, a Tudor, and a Panerai then my Collection will be complete.
keep dreaming mate :) once you get those you will have a fresh list of new grail watches 😎
why Tudor if you get Rolex? Look into Oris. I think it's another like this Longines diver. I got a Aquis green dial. Awesome
Hey Tony Montana congrats on the Longines. I'm thinking about getting one as well. Is it hackable and windable?
HI EDC I have one of these and simply love it my first high end watch was Longines in 1965 .I have the Hydro and love it.I think people expect to much. There are plenty on Micro Brands and like the Longines I would rather have this watch over a Rolex. I love the feel and I remember my time with diver longines. Its great just get to know it forget all the stupid petty points. best regards .
Its great when you develop memories with a watch
I was let down by the marathon watch and sold it . Thanks for the content .
thank you for watching
The intro is like a horror film soundtrack.
hi, got 44mm and 63h reserve werk -this is best combinaton in offer. The Lumia is average. In my opinion best choice with price v quality.
Beutiful watch definitely my next watch.
Once I get to the point where I can justify spending 1000 on one watch instead of two, this is mine. Classy but subdued, tooly enough not to be afraid to wear it, quality build, nice sizes available. No picture does it justice. I'd buy it on the bracelet, but put it on rubber/canvas. Just not a bracelet guy, but it's always best to have the original.
always get on bracelet
i bought mine on bracelet kinda regretting this tbh
cuz realistically am not gonna buy the authentic rubber strap due to high price and bracelet is not that special
I got mine today, from an authorized dealer in NYC for 1600
I wish they used the blue lume for this watch it would make it so much better . Also do strapcode do any bracelets for this model ? Would be interested to see it on a few different steel ones with a taper.
Jonny Parker I’m delighted with the bracelet on mine, so unless you absolutely have to have a tapered bracelet, I would suggest you’ll be satisfied with the standard item.
Great watch ! I have this watch with black ceramic bezel !
I don't get it why people buying used watches. Its a just few bucks for new one and you create own story with your watch in the start of buy.
Kudos to a 2nd person vid shots, very seldom I see this angle with lots of watch reviews.
I've just had one of these arrive today, it's still in its plastic wrap, I'm in the UK so in pounds sterling I paid £909.00, that was the cheapest and it comes with a five year warranty.
Is yours the ceramic bezel
@@edcwatches aluminium...
I love mine in blue
Just got mine today, stunning watch. Loving it
Congrats
@@edcwatches Thank you. Great video BTW I appreciate the honesty!
@@bogrot69 I have one. My clasp is so hard to open. Is yours the same?
@@edcwatches my clasp is very hard to open. What do I do?
@@mikearkous8379 Mine is fine but I have had that issue with other bracelets. It may loosen up over time
so....close the security clasp and it won't rattle? If only we could wear it with it closed.
what is the intro song ? love the watch ! one of my favorites
Thanx a lot bro. You really helped me make my mind
thank you for watching
Do you get Crown Bite on this? There is a new Ceramic Bezel version... that is something to consider when it goes gray market/used perhaps?
What is crown bite?
@@edcwatches When the crown of the watch digs into top of your hand.
no I did not
Nice review! Any thoughts on how this might compare to the Seiko SBDC061, Baby Marinemaster? The 061 runs a few hundred bucks less, has the 6R15 movement (lower beat rate, lower PR), Seiko's Zaratsu polishing and Dia Shield protection. Can't decide between the two.
Longines all the way, the build quality is much higher than that seiko
@@nathanielkhadany3867 I wound up getting both, although I opted for the more recent HC Ceramic, 65hr PR, wow, certainly punches far above its price point. They even improved the lume. A real beauty of a watch, and proof that there's a ton of happiness in the thousand dollar market.
@@135ipocketrocket2 congratulations mate, enjoy your watch and wear in health 👍
@@nathanielkhadany3867 Thank u! Your advice is spot on. One of my best buys, to be honest, that HC.
Wrist watch check ... AC3 the original and for me the best reviewer
Looks like it wears big. Does it seem big to you or is it just the camera.
I think it is because the bracelet doesn't taper I had the same feeling but I got used to it
@@roadwary56 some wear bigger than others. When I hear longines I don't think big old divers watch but something kind of dressy. Big old divers watches are a dime a dozen. So just wondering.
@@roadwary56 I agree. I think in general it is not the size of the watch that makes it easy to ready but contrast between the hands and background and leaving all that writing and huge numbers off the dials. I love my orient Ray ii for those reasons.
It definitely wears big. Mine is 39mm and I wouldn’t want or need to go bigger. 7 1/4 “ wrist.
Good looking watch and great name for a diver. However it wears a bit large for my taste. I'll stick to my CW Tridents. Thanks for the review.
thank you for watching mate!
I've seen this compared to the trident a few times, and I don't really get it. Both very nice watches, but in the looks dept. the Longines for me is just in a different league. Just my taste, what can you say.
@@Bob.martens the Longines has a more impressive heritage, but after owning multiple Tridents, I feel like you get way more bang for your buck with CW. they punch way above their weight .
@@trevillyan5515 I must admit I have never seen a Trident in the wild, so there goes my objectivity. A friend of mine has a Longines (41), and has lent it to me for a week once, and it physically hurt to give it back. To me it's actually not about the heritage, though it doesn't hurt. CW is a brand I'd be equally proud to wear if they made a watch like the Hudroconquest:)
@@Bob.martens try to find a Trident used and buy it!!! You'll like it I swear!!!!
wish they had a crown guard free version
U odnosu na DS actiondiver ne deluje mi duplo kvalitetnije/skuplje, cak vise kic, a manje sportski.
Imam iste rukavice, i naocare za sunce, samo druge boje...
certina je odlicna samo sto ovaj ima jaci brend i marketing
Ja imam noviji model od ovoga 2019 god.Prelijep sat,jak,robusan moze uz odijelo ili sport.Prezadovoljan sam
Hi please the reference of this watch
Hi, how we adjust the band metal to remove links, is it a screw or push pin?, thanks
Push pins
How does this compare to the tissot seastar powermatic 80? Any difference in build quality?
longines is much better than tissot in general especially powermatic 80 movement where I get a lots of reports of poor performance and build quality
@@edcwatches thanks, I am a little confused since the seastar is around 800 and the longines around 950,-
Meanwhile I read that longines is a much more exclusive brand. But it seems pretty equal. But I prefer the longines dials over the tissot. But I prefer the open backcase of the tissot.
@@danilonden3782 movement in longines is better and longines is easier to get out of
@@edcwatches thanks, I will go for the longines then. It seems worth the extra 100 euro.
Every watch with the clasp open and you shake it like you did in this video, will rattle. I find it kind of silly that you make it like that is a fault of the watch.
Maybe talk about how accurate it is or isn't, but the rattle of the band? Come on man!
I do not sugar coat it.. you can watch big watch you tubers if you want sugar coated reviews and thousand dollar micro brands spruked.. it is accurate within the specs
@@edcwatches Oh I see.
So you are saying Longines is a micro brand since this watch is a grand. Lol.
@@tonyalvarez5815 will it be alright if I say it has nice bracelet and clasp would that make you feel better
@@edcwatches Its ok buddy.
I'm buying this one anyway
L3.843.4.56.2
@@tonyalvarez5815 it is a good watch I love it but I think its fair to mention the clasp so you know
I've been eyeing a used one (39mm for my 6.5" wrist) but it's quartz, would it be better to wait for an automatic?
Yes. Wait!
100%. Wait until you can afford the automatic.
Odlican sat
Ja imam najnoviju verziju 2019 god.Prelijep mocan sat
is that the 41 or 44mm size?
41
Yes it is
Who cares if it rattles off the wrist? Just because you get a great deal, doesn't make it a better watch.
I don't care much but I have obligation as a reviewer to point that out
@@edcwatches Good answer bro. Put you on the steering wheel.
I have the two tone one for a year now and there is no rattle there..
It's no longer under $1000.
Why the fuck does everyone recommends Oris? That and Hamilton are awful brands for diving watches, I've rarely seen one going beyond 10 BAR WR. That's just pathetic to call your watch a dive watch and give it only shower water resistance. Fuck outta here with those wastes of money. I'd buy an Orient aa02001b or RA-AA0008B any day in favor of Oris or Hamilton and when it comes to swiss this Longines is UNBEATABLE for its looks, and everything else it has to offer. Same with Tissot Seastar 1000 and Certina DS Action, all automatic. Those really deserve the money.
So do you like it or hate it dude? You're confusing as shit. Get rid of it if you don't like it. Damn partner.
I do like it!
Bargain.
Chinese watches like San Martin are way better made & way cheaper. Sure it’s a great horological brand, but who cares. You could buy 4 or 5 San Martins for the same purchase as this watch. Who cares about prestige, it’s just a thought.
Why don’t you buy cheap walmart 10 dollar casio if you don’t care about prestige.. san martin is garbage
@@edcwatches I own a Casio Duro, great watch. If you seriously think the Longines is a better made watch than Sam Martin you are kidding yourself. Watch snobs like you are why Rolex prices are where they are today, you are completely blind where a lot of Swiss made watches get parts from... surprise surprise it's China. San Martin are not garbage, maybe you should buy one & compare it to the Longines dude, I certainly have & it's no contest, San Martin shit all over it.
Have no feelings about it at all. Not for me for any price.
How about a $1.00? Nobody cares about your feelings partner.