I have the blue version and absolutely love it. It's a great do anything watch. The dial is the star of the show - so much 3 dimensionality. Movement is incredible for the money. It's a long lug to lug so won't suit all wrists but sits great on my large wrists. Agree on the caseback - wish I could see the movement!
The lugs are a little long for a 40mm - but I think you get a lot of watch for the price. Can only recommend - just because Longines is part of the powerful Swatch Company, this price with all these advantages is possible (COSC, antimagnetic, long power reserve, robust, water-restistance, etc.)
I was well on the way to buying this, but split pins on the links? WTF? What were they thinking when San Martin do screw links as standard for a seventh of the price 😳?
Can u please do a video comparing the new king seikos to a grand seiko or the limited release king seikos, with an emphasis on finishing, because I feel that's where there value lies despite having an OK movment (6r). Would be a sick video comparing them.
lol that is crazy. No I don't have any contact with the brand, and generally have no idea what other channels are doing at any given time. I've asked the AD I work with (Exquisite Timepieces) to lend in specific models I am interested in. In addition to the Spirit and Legend Diver I've recently filmed, I'll be reviewing the new Ultra Chron, Zulu Time, Big Eye, A7, and the Tuxedo Chronograph over the coming months. I love this brand
@@BruceWilliams hahah no worries! I just saw 3 videos from you, WatchCrunch and the WatchChris all about this same watch all being uploaded within the same 2 hours.
I'm not very into display casebacks, but I would prefer something with a bit more effort, perhaps something with a relief or impression. This is essentially a refined tool watch that's somewhere between a field watch and an aviator piece so the design choices make perfect sense to me, the red tipped seconds hand and long lugs are perfect. It seems some don't quite get it and think it would look better if it were more like a datejust... it's good to get some variety in the mix, entry or not this is a solid watch that stands on its own.
I agree but an open back case would bump up the price. So I'll take the compromise and am happy more people will be able to afford and enjoy these beautiful watches.
Good looking watch, but 55 mm lug to lug is way too long for a 40mm case. The 37mm Spirit is much more wearable for wrists under 7 inches. I agree with you on all your points for needed improvement, Bruce.
A see through case back doesn't excite me. I just want to know it works and keeps as accurate as possible time. Much rather a solid case with nice design. I'd go for either the 40 or 42 but not on bracelet. Overall I really like the watch
Hi Bruce. Great video as always. I’m looking to buy my first luxury watch. I have a question though. What luxury watch has best customer service? If I’m going to spend big money I would like to put it with a company that actually cares.
I just tried on the green a couple days back when I stumble across them at my local ad. I personally thought it was a real stunner on leather. You just informed me of the one thing that scares me Bruce, AR on the outside… 😱
@@BruceWilliams Fair enough. Although I recall a review of perhaps an Omega..? Had the coating scratched off the front. Was pretty new still. You don’t keep your watches long enough to scratch.. apart from the Sub that is.. hehehe.
@@BruceWilliams ok mate. I won’t let it scare me off next time I have watch money saved up. I’ve slowed up buying. Have 32 of the things now. I’m in an unusually happy place…. Says me with 32 watches. FMD…. 🤗
Bruce, please review the Sinn line-up again. It's been awhile and curious what your thoughts are these days with all of their price hikes the past decade.
Anybody know what this fella's wrist size is? If he mentioned it in the video I missed it. Trying to figure out if I can make a 40mm version of this watch work on my 7.25" wrist. I generally try to buy the biggest version of a watch I can get away with but the 42mm looks too big.
@@BruceWilliams Thank you for your prompt reply and thank you for a great video! Do you have any thoughts on my issue with the 42mm version of the Longines Spirit? I wear the 42mm version of a Longines Master Collection (L2.893.4.78.3) and it works, though I feel like I am pushing it.
@@BruceWilliams I’m referring to the case back of the watch, the only time I see case backs secured with screws is in cheaper quartz watches so I found it a bit odd how they went with screws in this
The things that truly annoys me about these Longines watches is that they are overpriced by about double and they insist on oddball lug widths-- 19mm for the 37, 21 mm for this one. It's a conscious choice to be user unfriendly. At this price point there's a lot of competition. It's a beautiful, great watch with an amazing movement, but it's someone else's beautiful, great watch with an amazing movement.
@@BruceWilliams Look at some of the better offerings from Seiko, Hamilton, Mido, Oris. It's got a great movement, but there is a lot of competition at this price point and I think a lot people are less than enthusiastic about a 21 lug. I think your video points out the watch's strengths and does a good job with that, but this isn't for me.
@@KabobHope I don't think there is a watch from your listings that has this level of finish, dial details, wr, and cosc anti magnetic movement for anywhere close to 1k. Seems like your basing your dismissal on personal aesthetic reasons and not anything non-subjective. No worries though, I'm no salesman
Another beautiful watch ruined by a pointless date complication 😓 such a shame - why can't manufacturers make both ( date and no date)?? Wouldn't cost any extra to make & would sell more 🤔 Cheers Bruce 👍🏻👍🏻
Way too long lug to lug for me, and I'm not a fan of simple date windows like that. It could have been a n1 choice for a lot of people, but his lugs don't allow everyone to wear it comfortably.
I have the blue version and absolutely love it. It's a great do anything watch. The dial is the star of the show - so much 3 dimensionality. Movement is incredible for the money. It's a long lug to lug so won't suit all wrists but sits great on my large wrists. Agree on the caseback - wish I could see the movement!
The lugs are a little long for a 40mm - but I think you get a lot of watch for the price. Can only recommend - just because Longines is part of the powerful Swatch Company, this price with all these advantages is possible (COSC, antimagnetic, long power reserve, robust, water-restistance, etc.)
I have this watch in blue 40mm it is a beauty to look at and a pleasure to wear. beautiful watch
This watch is fire 🔥 I just grabbed the 37m version in blue
It's the best value for money watch on the market. The entire spirit collection as a whole is tbh.
I was well on the way to buying this, but split pins on the links? WTF? What were they thinking when San Martin do screw links as standard for a seventh of the price 😳?
Best watch for the money, Longines make better looking watches than Tudor
Can u please do a video comparing the new king seikos to a grand seiko or the limited release king seikos, with an emphasis on finishing, because I feel that's where there value lies despite having an OK movment (6r). Would be a sick video comparing them.
I'll see what I can do! I should have access to both watches in person next month
@@BruceWilliams that's awesome, would be a sick video. Keep up the great content !
Im seeing 4 new Longines videos today from reviewers. Is there a big marketing push from them right now?
Who influences the influencers ?? Lol
@@Tevinn21 LOL
lol that is crazy. No I don't have any contact with the brand, and generally have no idea what other channels are doing at any given time. I've asked the AD I work with (Exquisite Timepieces) to lend in specific models I am interested in. In addition to the Spirit and Legend Diver I've recently filmed, I'll be reviewing the new Ultra Chron, Zulu Time, Big Eye, A7, and the Tuxedo Chronograph over the coming months. I love this brand
I'm only playing. Definitely don't think a watch conspiracy is going on. Might be a case of things trending on the internet
@@BruceWilliams hahah no worries! I just saw 3 videos from you, WatchCrunch and the WatchChris all about this same watch all being uploaded within the same 2 hours.
I'm not very into display casebacks, but I would prefer something with a bit more effort, perhaps something with a relief or impression.
This is essentially a refined tool watch that's somewhere between a field watch and an aviator piece so the design choices make perfect sense to me, the red tipped seconds hand and long lugs are perfect. It seems some don't quite get it and think it would look better if it were more like a datejust... it's good to get some variety in the mix, entry or not this is a solid watch that stands on its own.
I agree but an open back case would bump up the price. So I'll take the compromise and am happy more people will be able to afford and enjoy these beautiful watches.
Good looking watch, but 55 mm lug to lug is way too long for a 40mm case. The 37mm Spirit is much more wearable for wrists under 7 inches. I agree with you on all your points for needed improvement, Bruce.
Maybe the “Long” in Longines stands for “Long lug-to-lug” 😁😁😁
True, but off the bracelet its not long
Lug to lug is 49 mm not 55
It’s not 55mm lug to lug
A see through case back doesn't excite me. I just want to know it works and keeps as accurate as possible time. Much rather a solid case with nice design. I'd go for either the 40 or 42 but not on bracelet. Overall I really like the watch
I own the 37 mm with the black dial. It's soooo good
I have to agree with your criteria for an upgrade of this watch.
Sharp looker.... I don't need the red tip of the seconds hand on this silver dialed version personally but I'd wear this for sure
Hi Bruce. Great video as always. I’m looking to buy my first luxury watch. I have a question though. What luxury watch has best customer service? If I’m going to spend big money I would like to put it with a company that actually cares.
I just tried on the green a couple days back when I stumble across them at my local ad.
I personally thought it was a real stunner on leather.
You just informed me of the one thing that scares me Bruce, AR on the outside… 😱
Give me outer arc all day long haha. Get it replaced when the movement needs a service
@@BruceWilliams Fair enough. Although I recall a review of perhaps an Omega..? Had the coating scratched off the front.
Was pretty new still.
You don’t keep your watches long enough to scratch.. apart from the Sub that is.. hehehe.
@@dingodave3966 true, you can scratch the coating if you hit it hard enough. Most are hardened though and it takes a lot to put a mark in it
@@BruceWilliams ok mate.
I won’t let it scare me off next time I have watch money saved up.
I’ve slowed up buying.
Have 32 of the things now. I’m in an unusually happy place…. Says me with 32 watches. FMD…. 🤗
Beautiful watch. Agree with you on needing to have an exhibition caseback and would love to have seen a framed date window.
No-date is the best, always...
Bruce, please review the Sinn line-up again. It's been awhile and curious what your thoughts are these days with all of their price hikes the past decade.
They won't work with me lol I've asked watchbuys and Sinn directly to borrow watches for review and they don't have interest.
I wish the lugs were shorter. Not a fan of long lugs but I think Longines makes nice watches.
Very nice, I agree would like to see a See-through case back
Bruce, how do you compare this watch to the Omega Railmaster you reviewed a few years ago?
Great video looking to pick up a Longines soon.
Love these. I wish they made the 37 with a GILT dial too.
Split pin knocks it out of the luxury segment. It's an insanely priced nice watch.
🤦♂️
Grand Seiko use pins .. even some AP’s and PP
For me 37mm is the way to go!
Why the 5 stars on the dial ?
Very beautiful watch 😍
Definitely
Anybody know what this fella's wrist size is? If he mentioned it in the video I missed it. Trying to figure out if I can make a 40mm version of this watch work on my 7.25" wrist. I generally try to buy the biggest version of a watch I can get away with but the 42mm looks too big.
7.25"
@@BruceWilliams Thank you for your prompt reply and thank you for a great video! Do you have any thoughts on my issue with the 42mm version of the Longines Spirit? I wear the 42mm version of a Longines Master Collection (L2.893.4.78.3) and it works, though I feel like I am pushing it.
For $2100 I would expect a higher beat movement for a smoother sweep .
Why’d they use screws to secure the case back rather than a screw down?
This has a screw down crown
@@BruceWilliams I’m referring to the case back of the watch, the only time I see case backs secured with screws is in cheaper quartz watches so I found it a bit odd how they went with screws in this
I have an automatic Cartier Santos with screws on the backside case and I don’t consider it a cheap watch. 🎃
The things that truly annoys me about these Longines watches is that they are overpriced by about double and they insist on oddball lug widths-- 19mm for the 37, 21 mm for this one. It's a conscious choice to be user unfriendly.
At this price point there's a lot of competition. It's a beautiful, great watch with an amazing movement, but it's someone else's beautiful, great watch with an amazing movement.
Lol where can you get a watch like this for 1k?
@@BruceWilliams Look at some of the better offerings from Seiko, Hamilton, Mido, Oris. It's got a great movement, but there is a lot of competition at this price point and I think a lot people are less than enthusiastic about a 21 lug. I think your video points out the watch's strengths and does a good job with that, but this isn't for me.
@@KabobHope I don't think there is a watch from your listings that has this level of finish, dial details, wr, and cosc anti magnetic movement for anywhere close to 1k. Seems like your basing your dismissal on personal aesthetic reasons and not anything non-subjective. No worries though, I'm no salesman
Longines overpriced❓🙈
Another beautiful watch ruined by a pointless date complication 😓 such a shame - why can't manufacturers make both ( date and no date)?? Wouldn't cost any extra to make & would sell more 🤔
Cheers Bruce 👍🏻👍🏻
I love no date dials. But most of my current collection have dates
No date is the way to go
Yeah, a sapphire case back. I'd take 1mm extra thickness and actually pay for for that.
Way too long lug to lug for me, and I'm not a fan of simple date windows like that. It could have been a n1 choice for a lot of people, but his lugs don't allow everyone to wear it comfortably.
These new Longines are the tits, I’m personally waiting for the titanium to come out with a date. Be it the regular or the chronograph.
Love this piece. But that lug to lug is too much for me
nice. 😆
They need to move Longines to under the logo. Get rid of Automatic and Chronometer.
Longines Spirit series, better than Tudor, equal to IWC...
Butterfly clasp. Fail.
a lot to like - a lot not to like
Long jeans 😀
It looks like a nurses watch. The face is too white... and the red had doesn't work. The 37mm champagne is far nicer
The 5 stars Longines keeps putting on their dials ruins those watches for me. It simply cheapens the look of the watches.