As promised! Hands-on: LONGINES Spirit Automatic 40 mm. Black, blue and silver dial.
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- Опубліковано 7 лип 2020
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As promised last week this is my review of the new 40 mm Longines Spirit watches with a Black, Blue and silver dial. Just in case you missed the other video, here is a link: • Hands-on: The new LONG...
The brand new Longines Spirit collection brings the 1832 founded manufacturer's rich heritage back to life. Linking history with innovation, the new models take traditional features from pilot’s watches and combine them with contemporary lines and codes. The oversized crown, the flange, the pronounced step around the crystal, the font of the dial, the diamond shape indexes and the large, luminous “baton” hands are all elements drawn from the days of pioneering aviation. Reworked and updated, they blend harmoniously with the overall contemporary design. In addition, great care has been taken with the various finishes on the details, whether brushed, matt, polished or in relief.
Longines has fitted this range exclusively with self-winding movements (L888.4 and L688.4) with silicon hairsprings to guarantee extreme accuracy and increased longevity. The calibres, with a power reserve of 64 & 60 hours respectively, are chronometer-certified by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC). The advanced technology of this new collection is also complemented by the domed sapphire glass with multi-layered anti-reflective coating on both sides, screw in crown, and engraved case back secured with six screws.
CALIBRES
L3.810, L3.811
Mechanical self-winding movement with #siliconbalancespring, #COSC certified
Calibre L888.4 (A31.L11)
11½ lines, 21 jewels, 25'200 A/h (= 3,5 Hz)
Power reserve: 64 hours
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes, seconds and date aperture at 3 o’clock
L3.820
Mechanical self-winding movement with #siliconhairspring , COSC certified
Calibre L688.4 (ETA A08.L01)
#Columnwheelchronograph
13¼ lines, 27 jewels, 28'800 A/h (= 4 Hz)
Power reserve: 60 hours
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes, small seconds at 9 o’clock and date aperture at 4.30 o’clock
Chronograph
Central 60-second hand
30-minutes counter at 3 o’clock
12-hour counter at 6 o’clock
CASES
Round, diameter 40 mm or 42 mm, stainless steel
Sapphire domed glass with multi-layered anti-reflective coating on both sides
Screw in crown. Case back with 6 screws
DIALS
Matt black, applied Arabic numerals, Super-LumiNova®
Grained silver, applied Arabic numerals, Super-LumiNova®
Sunray blue, applied Arabic numerals, Super-LumiNova®
HANDS
Silvered sandblasted, Super-LumiNova®
Black sandblasted, Super-LumiNova®
WATER-RESISTANCE
To 10 bar (100 meters)
BRACELET/STRAPS
Standard version
Dark brown, light brown or blue leather strap with buckle
Stainless steel bracelet, triple safety folding clasp and
push-piece opening mechanism
Prestige edition
3 bracelet/straps with interchangeable system
Stainless steel bracelet, double safety folding clasp and push-piece opening mechanism
Dark brown, light brown or blue leather strap with buckle
NATO strap with buckle
With the new Longines Spirit line, the winged hourglass brand proudly aligns itself, as its rich heritage entitles it to, with the legendary pioneers who placed their trust in it. The collection celebrates those heroes of the past and their state of mind that has never dated: one of an ambition to perform well and a quest for excellence. - Навчання та стиль
I had no interest in luxury watches, let alone watches in general, until I saw the Longines Spirit Watch in an advertisement on the internet. I haven't worn a watch for two decades now. But I think I've fallen in love with the Longines Spirit Watch that I have this burning desire to have it.
Love your comment! Welcome back to the club of wearers of mechanical wristwatches! Please let me know if you have questions...
@@WatchAdvisor Thank you. I didn't expect a reply or a message from anyone. I really appreciate it.
I have it just like you. Have not had a watch on for 10-15 years, but now i am thinking about it again. Realy love the honey color rim with the white watch background.:)
@@hapaluku Let me know if you have specific questions and/or need help...
Interesting. Longines seem to have a real 1940s-inspired theme going on at the moment.
Taking advantage of the rich history of Longines is never wrong... There is more to come in the future, much more... Longines is on the move!
I picked up the blue 40mm spirit. The quality is unbelievable to truly understand the quality you have to see this in person. This video helped me make the decision.
I am happy to read this! Thanks for the feedback! Please let me know if you have any questions to the Longines and/or any other watch... May your Spirit always show you HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours!
Chawn Crawley All brands offering anything comparable to what Longines does must face the reality... Longines watches are damn good! The quality-price-ratio is hard to beat...
Now make a no-date version of this.
All three pieces are gorgeous and extremely realistically priced. Another excellent video- thank you Alexander.
You name it, you name it! 😉
I just purchased the 42mm blue dial as it is stunning. The 3 is very unique and I love it. The 3 brings out character on the watch. Thanks for your video, interesting.
Thanks for sharing your passion with us! May your Longines always show you HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours!
Alexander great video as always. Really love the Spirit collection. Over the last few years your coverage of Longines has really turned me on to the brand. To the extent that I am looking at buying one.
Wow, this is more than amazing! Thank you for the trust! Once you decided which one please let me know and if you have any questions as well...
Longines is on a roll lately. Absolutely fabulous watches. Could be an alternative to an IWC Mark xviii or to a Rolex Explorer without feeling unduly derivative.
I have a Mark xviii and I was thinking the same thing. In some ways these Longines are higher spec than the IWC. Applied numbers, considerably more lume, in house movement. My only 'concern' would be that it feels like an Homage to the Mark series of pilot watches. Blue dial 40 is my favourite.
@@midlandsdrumlessons You shouldn't. Cause it is not really one even if it kinda feels like one. This is like every pilot watches ever but they use their own design language with the numeral font and case shape.
Was ready to buy the IWC Mark XVIII but it cannot compete with the Spirit and is twice the price. Got the 40mm Spirit in Blue. Your presentations are great and so refreshingly unlike a sales pitch. Don't change anything!!!
I feel honored! Thanks for letting me know and sharing! May your Spirit always show you HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours!
I've got the Longines 40mm spirit, but am looking to buy the iwc mark 18, do you think the Longines is the better watch and what made you get the Longines over the iwc.
Those are all such perfect watches! I love your enthusiasm and I totally agree. The quality of the machining and finish! Just perfect. I've always had a thing for Longines and was going to treat myself to a Master Collection Retrograde when my divorce is done. I think it's either the silver or blue 40mm Spirit for me now. Thanks for the absolutely superb review! Liked and subscribed.
Welcome! Thanks for subscribing and sharing your thoughts with us! Good luck for your divorce! I did that also once 😉 ... I keep my fingers crossed 🤞🏻
Proud owner of blue 42mm prestige edition watch super accurate out of box crown solid never experienced one like that iam so happy with my longines 😊
Congratulations! May your "Spirit" always show you HAPYY seconds, minutes and hours...
Good lord, that blue dial is exquisite
Agreed! 🔵🔵🔵🔵🔵🔵🤩
Blu one is my favourite too! I'm very impressed by the super luminova, power, very bright! Nice!
The newest generation SL really is excellent and stays bright for a long time now...
i always liked longines, and 40mm is just perfect
A good size, yes! After seeing both I’d prefer the 40 mm to the 42 mm. It’s over all more harmonious IMHO...
Bought this watch in black with the brown strap, absolutely love it. The size is perfect, I was looking at the iwc pilot and I ended up buying the Longines and saving over £2000.
I am not surprised reading this ... 😉 May your "Spirit" always show you HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours!
Stunning watches!!
What impressed you most?
Stunning pieces, need to try one out!
Please let me know what you think afterwards...
Thanks Alexander, great review again 👍 . As you know, I am a confirmed “Longines man”.
I know and I am happy that I was able to show you all these watches... 😉
I have the 40mm blue on bracelet. With a 7.5 inch wrist the perceived lug to lug 'problem' doesn't affect me. Love the whole experience
Thanks for sharing! May your "Spirit" continue to always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours...
Alexander, you have done it again. The quality and enthusiastic evaluation of the watches is definitely why I and I believe others look forward to your videos.
You are too quick for me. I have not been able to get to the bottle shop for the wine. :-( FRIDAY is shopping day.
Still a very enjoyable and informative video...even with out the wine toast. :-)
Err will there be any more videos before FRIDAY?
I’m touched! Thank you VERY MUCH! Go and buy some good wine since the Omega Videos now are in the pipeline... I’m in Biel since yesterday and I will also be with Omega tomorrow to film several videos...
@@WatchAdvisor Mmm McGuigan or De Bortoli *Red or White. I'm confused :-).I had better buy a few...I'm sure there will be more videos, so I might stock up.:-)
Black dial is gorgeous.. wow..
Black and blue for me, I don't really like the silver dial...
Outstanding review as usual, Alexander.
Do you have a favorite? I particularly liked the blue sunray dial...
@@WatchAdvisor100% the blue one is my favorite one, in 40mm.
Blue is the new black and an absolutely cool color. My favorite!
Dream watch. I'll have that soon. Thanks!!
Be sure to "protect" your credit card/wallet once you go for a touch and feel... Which one will you probably choose?
@@WatchAdvisor the light one. Looks lit. Then thick silicon straps.
Beautiful watches! Picking one up in a couple of days - ordered the 40mm blue and 42mm blue and black to try on in the AD and will decide between the three 🙂 I've tried them all on in other AD's abd the lug size is no problem at all, in fact I live it as it makes it wear a bit bigger. The date window is fine as well - even the cut off 3 doesn't bother me at all, in fact I like it!
Thanks for sharing! Well, let us know for which one you decided... and just in case... let me know if you have questions to make your decision ....
I love the cut out 3 as it is unique and bring out the character on this watch.
Thanks for your work Alexander! It's great Longines are listening and paying attention to customers' feedback. Like you, I also believe most most the date wheel should match the dial. One thing I noticed in these last releases from Longines: Why are they using odd numbers for their lug widths? For customers who enjoy mixing a bit their leather straps with NATO or the bracelet 19 or 21mm still reduce the options.
Thanks for sharing this interesting read! No idea! Might be this is platform strategy with other brands of Swatch Group
This watch is seriously compelling, real nice overall design execution in my opinion. I would have to see the difference in color with date window in person before I would call it a flaw. Chronometer and silicon spring under 2200 it's sweet deal. On my shopping list? Definitely
Honest review. I like the watch, it’s everything a watch should be and I will put it on my wrist before saying something about lug size. I also like the total different Oris Aquis which has a relative small lug size (I tested the 43,5 Aquis on my 16,5cm wrist and it fits nice but it’s at the limit) but I am not so happy that the Oris doesn’t have anti reflective coating on top, it’s a bit flashy.
Thanks 🙏🏻 for sharing your thoughts with us and for your positive feedback... Yes, go and try them on your wrist and do 1:1 compare what you get when buying one of the Spirit watches ... No other watch-brand in that segment can compete with Longines!
I agree about date wheel,I wish they would make it without date to be honest it would make it perfect
Maybe the heritage military is for you
Lovely. I feel that Longines occupies a space below Tudor but above Seiko Presage in terms of quality and refinement, which puts them in a rather interesting position for a watch enthusiast considering a piece in the 1-3,000USD range. Regardless, they're lovely watches that I would be proud to add to my collection. The blue one you showcased is particularly stunning. Cheers.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us! May I make a little correction? Longines does not occupy the space below Tudor... The two brands for the moment are equal, but Tudor needs to make sure it keeps its position. You are totally underestimating Longines!
I think I want the black one in my collection
Possibly will become my first and the only 'swiss' watch in my collection for few years later.
I bought the black dial version on a dark brown leather strap about 6 weeks ago and absolutely love it. It is almost perfect and incredibly comfortable. I wear it every day and think it is amazing value for money. I am confused though by the box it comes in. Mine came in a high gloss mid brown wood box which is high luxury indeed, but I have seen reviews and ads for the watch where it is shown in a standard black leather type covered box similar to many other watch boxes.
There might be differences ... I can't confirm this, but there might... Where are you based and where were the ones based with the different box... I can try to find out... But I am happy to read that you are happy with the watch itself, since you are not going to show the box around all day ... 😉
@@WatchAdvisor Hi, I am a Brit based in France and the watch was bought in Holland. I noticed that those for sale in Europe have the gloss box like mine and those sold outside have the standard watch black box. But that might just be coincidence. I agree no one sees the box except me but as an ensemble it is very sexy with the luxury high end box. I have always said, there's nothing like a good box...
Will talk about that next time I have someone from the product management in the line ...
My favorite of the Spirit collection. Even though 50mm lug to lug on a 40mm watch is long. This size is about the limit of what my wrist size can wear comfortably, due to that lug to lug. My personal favorite of the three here is the one with the grained silver dial.
Did you have the chance yet to try them on your wrist?
@@WatchAdvisor not yet, but other watches I’ve tried that 50mm lug to lug is close to the edge of my wrist, so it’ll just about be okay. But I prefer a lug to lug of around 46/47mm.
Great looking watch. It ticks a lot of boxes & gets a lot of things right. Would love to see a no-date version.
Interesting 🤔 many other wrote that before too... would smoothen the design and give the watch some more character I would say...
The blue version is stunning
He he, I couldn't agree more ...
I prefer the silver version because it looks more original and the shadows of the applied numerals and the stars are great. I think there are also too many blue sunburst dials and black dials available already... I would personally prefer it in a no date version, which would give more balance to the dial. Perhaps you can give the people at Longines another hint... ;-)
Hahahaha, will do ... A no-date version in fact would be awesome... Thanks 🙏🏻 for sharing your thoughts with us...
I am a fan of the blue one also!
👍🏼🔵🔵🔵🔵🔵
Exactly same situation with me. Except I bought the blue dial. So different. Amazing now the silver dial looks so understated compared to the black and blue.
Congratulations! Bravo! May your "Spirit" always show you HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours ....
Fun review I enjoy your enthusiasm. Apart from
the mismatched date wheel colour a minor niggle is that the date window is misaligned slightly towards the centre as it should be in the arc of the hour markers. This would be corrected on a 36mm version. Why? Small movement in a large case. Yes, even at a ‘diminutive’ 40mm there is a movement spacer to match the case. If they fix the date wheel colour I could be in for the blue. Maybe it would look better on the brown strap. Yes, I’m thinking IWC MkXVIII which is twice the price. Lume is fun and this is a good bang for the buck execution. Fun everyday watch. Longines was my first nice watch when I was a kid so I have a nostalgic connection. I’m even warming to the 5 star general dial decoration. The sunray in blue is nice if the blue is a pretty hue as it gives so many colour variations depending on the ambient light. I’ve got a Tissot Gentleman with a similar vibe at a much lower cost. Funny how they use 21mm straps to maybe limit aftermarket options.
I wrote that before... the date window position & size is ok with the 40 mm case, but not with the 42 mm case... The color of the date disk will be changed, I got constructive feedback from Longines already... Tastes are different, but what one can not discuss and what makes this "Spirit" so unique is the price-quality-ratio...
WatchAdvisor yeah it’s a cool watch and all views are subjective. I’ll stick with my Tissot Gentleman with similar ETA movement and silicon balance spring. 70+ PR and accurate within +/1s/day. The Longines is much better finished of course but the Tissot also gives a decent bang for the buck without going too deep for a daily beater style watch. That blue is cool though.
The stars... ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Not sure about those... kinda look like some Amazon service feedback. Anyway, it’s a decent piece.
I hear you! He he! Thanks for sharing! The ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ once signalized Longines’ best quality... It’s still the case and therefore why not... May your Tissot always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours!
WatchAdvisor ah a historical nod to the past. Nice touch. Will definately take a look. The blue and white just pop and legibility looks amazing with the hands floating in 3D above an amazing dynamic dial. I also love the lume party trick. Longines do some cool pieces.
I really like the look of the white dial with the light brown strap!
With white, blue and black Longines covers the taste of 90 % of potential buyers I would say... Any other color would probably fail... I’m thinking of the new popular greens and that chocolate brown... What do you think?
@@WatchAdvisor yeah, I think they played safe with the colours which is not always a bad thing. That sunburst blue is also amazing, but I find it perhaps a bit too dark for my particular taste.
For the vintage inspired look that longines is going for these colours are on point!
Love your reviews always. Your honest reviews.
In your opinion how soon will longines make any changes. I want to pull the trigger but would rather wait :) if it's soon.
Thanks for your feedback! I expect those changes to be implemented sooner than later... I got real positive feedback from Longines ...
It’s the blue dial for me, too!
Clearly for me too!
Great work as always, Alexander. Oh, Longines, you know what would have made this perfect? Just your name and logo, without the “automatic” and the “chronometer” and definitely without the stars...
So you are opting for the super pure version... the less is more watch...
@@WatchAdvisor I've even forgotten one thing - remove the date! Yes please, Longines
Breathtaking watch . I only wish it had a display case back so you can see the movement
It would make these watches thicker…
that #3 on the 42 mm is killing me!!!
Thanks for sharing and please keep us posted…
I have to say what a great watch, there are many such pilot type watches but this is the best of this type I have seen. Certainly in the sub £2000 range
What I like is that 2 sizes are available, I would go for the 40mm. The only issue is at 50mm lug to lug the watch may not fit smaller wrists .The movement used is based on the ETA 2892 often regarded as the best ETA auto. I have several Eta 2892 based movement and the time keeping is Stella. The silicon hair spring should add extra accuracy and magnetic protection. There are several long articles buy watch makers who compare the 2892 to the very best high end movements such as Rolex and Omega. The 2892 achieves what they do but in a simple straightforward way. The 2892 avoids several problems encountered with hand winding the more common ETA 2824.
Secondly the finish looks very high end. Longines watches often seen to almost get lost in a small sea of offerings by that company. I have often thought that the good ones are hidden buy the less impressive ones.
The way forward for Longines is to reduce range size and up finish and build spec as this Spirt range demonstrates .
Another good practice is the offering of a bracelet at the same cost as a leather strap. The bracelet could be considered one weakness as screw pins may be preferred by many although good pin systems are much safer than poor screw systems. The butterfly clasp may reduce adjustment a little but it looks as if half links are provided. This equal cost offering of bracelet contrasts companies such as Sinn who mark these up quite considerably . If watch is as good as it looks it could be a real problem for IWC and other high end manufactures. Fortunately watch snobs will disregard it as only a Longines , but watch lovers will snap them up as a great watch at a reasonable price. 5* to Longines.
Very interesting read! Thanks for sharing! There is not much I could add... 😉
Sinn and Damasko offering a $700 bracelet for a $1000 watch is absolutely insane.
The problem is you can’t compare Sinn and Damasko to Longines! That’s like comparing apples 🍎 and pears 🍐...
@@WatchAdvisor I don't see why you can't. Comparing this Lawnjeans to a Sinn 556 or a Damasko DS30 is not completely unreasonable IMO. One is a little more dressy while the other two are a little more casual in style but all are pilot watches and all around between $1500 to $2000 on a bracelet. More like comparing a bosc to a d'anjou pear.
Not like I'm comparing it to a G-Shock GMWB5000TCM-1 and claiming they're all sports watches on bracelets in the same price range.
Hi I would add that I already own a Longines Flagship Heritage which is a really nice quality watch. May not be up there with a Rolex but for a quarter of the price of the most basic Rolex Longines are providing nice wearable watches with high end movements (eta 2892 very well regarded) plus Quality straps such as Alligator. Most detractors probably have not owned or worn these watches . The point is the Spirt provides near as possible IWC / Breitling watch experience quality , with possibly a better movement again at a fraction of the price. Yes the Hamilton is a good watch but hold the Spirt in hand , wear for a month and I think you will see there is a real difference. Why buy a Longines when you can buy a Chinese ripoff, well the Longines will provide pleasure for years to come way after the shine has worn off the Chinese copy. Longines provide quality at an affordable price. That said I still think their range needs thinning out especially at the budget end.
With a Dooooomed saphire, yes look! haha, love your enthusiasm.
Yes, dooooooomed please and not simple domed! 😜 Thanks for your feedback!
love the red lumed pointer hand! The lugs do seem very long, if they slightly curved down perhaps it would fit more wrists?
Best to find out is to go for a touch and feel and to put the watch on the wrist...
I loved the white one. However I'd buy on the metal strap
I want the silver !!!
Just got the 37m blue leather strap blue face this watch is fabulous 🔥🔥
Bravo! Congratulation! May your Longines always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours...
Blue dial and all three straps shown - would go nicely. An IWC for Longines money and cooler too. The lume show is fun too. Don’t think the black date disc on the blue watch would bug me so much as I’d need a magnifying glass to pick that up :)
No need to comment here... you said it all... 😉
I think the dimensions are similar to the IWC Mark XVIII, and although the price is very attractive, the 50mm lug to lug + 21mm lug width will most certainly be deal breakers for some.
The Spirit is top notch and worth being taken under consideration... Best as always is to try the watch on your wrist... only then you will know...
@@WatchAdvisor I did contact the local AD and unfortunately they are still not available as of now, but will definitely try them out when they are on stock.
There are always pros and cons for every watch, but Longines have been hitting it out of the park as of late with their releases :)
alex prado Where are you based? The Spirit is now being delivered to the markets...
@@WatchAdvisor Philippines, they will let me know once it arrives :)
Wow..a lot of watch for a good price. Why do I have to pay for a IWC Pilot more than double the price when I become with LONGINES Spirit more features (more power reserve, a silicon hairspring, 100m WT)...?? Crazy watch world :-) Thanks for the great review!
Well there is not much to add here... Thanks for sharing your passion with us!
hi! enjoyed your video! did longines say when they will release those quick immediate changes? I am thinking of getting one before year end but am holding out for those changes that you have given feedback for. In addition, did they also say that they will be adding some kind of border around the date window or adding a non-numeric marker at the three o'clock? that will make it perfect! (pretty sure shifting the date window and shortening the lugs are not minor changes so I'm not expecting those)
Longines is working on novelties and these changes of course. Expect them to come to the markets during the next year. Date disc color, date indication window and its positioning, a no-date-version, smaller sizes, ... just to mention some...
@@WatchAdvisor thanks for the reply! hmm tough to decide unless it depends if there is indication of q1 or q2 2021. since these looks like substantive changes was it also mentioned that there could be a possibility of an update to the caseback as well? change from the mini screws to a screw down case and maybe possibly exhibition case variant
@@fridmundklaus No! And I can’t tell when the different changes + line extension will come to the markets. We are in and we are facing some difficult times actually...
40mm Grained silver it is perfect.
I would go for the sunray blue dial...
@@WatchAdvisor that would be my alternative
Does the watch rattle slightly from inside when gently shaken? I'm guessing its not a production fault but just the movement inside!
Thats the sound of the winding rotor and its gear train ... Nothing to worry about John!
Hi have already brought the limited edition Sinn 104 blue with similar numerals, how do you think the Sinn compares to the blue Spirit 40mm
Longines uses a much more modern movement quality coming from ETA with a silicon hairspring, while the Sinn is powered by a Sellita SW 200 calibre... Therefore the watches are difficult to compare...
I really like this, but I would prefer no date. 21mm lug width is a bit odd - expected 20mm. Whats the thickness?
It’s mentioned in the video 😉
In the last month I'd been considering to buy a green Hydroconquest boutique edition, but this one seems much better for the money. It's really hard to choose hahaha
He he! 👍🏼 Let me know if you need any help...
WatchAdvisor There aren‘t any Longines boutiques where I live, so I‘ll try on the normal model in 41 to see if it even fits my 6“ wrist. If it doesn‘t there will still be the Spirit models in 40mm. We‘ll see...
Hello. Did Longines get back to you about either moving the date to the right a bit, or producing one with full 3 and no date?
Finally a version with reduced lug size.
If they fix these issues this would be a seriously amazing watch
They told me that this "issue" will be corrected and solved with a non-date version... When? It is a good question... I don't know!
@@WatchAdvisor a
@@dobie_bellaruby I hear you!!!!!
Black dial on nato strap will be better! Vintage style on 40mm. Chronometer with big crown, can't wait to see that on Boutique.
Best you can do is go for a touch and feel... once done let me know what you think. I am curious to read your comment...
Thank you very much once more for the great presentation, Mr. Blue! The new Spirit lineup is something for me. My taste. What will be the prices?
Thank you for the feedback. The prices are mentioned in the video...
Amazing video as usual! Did Longines say whether they would release the blue dial with the updated date wheel? Or are they going to sell them with the black date wheel and then update it later? Seems strange that anyone who buys it at release would have to put up with the black date wheel..
I told them through the video and the product manager and one VP answered me by WhatsApp telling me that they took notice and that they will overthink this. How quickly Longines can react I don’t know. That process must follow all the internal decisions taken, the making itself and the quality control...
WatchAdvisor I reached out to them to ask this and they said they will definitely be selling the blue dial version with a black date wheel so not sure if they are going to colour-match the date wheel :(
Ive got blue Legend Diver. I dont now which spirit to choose. Titanium on nato or the blue one?
Go and try them all on your wrist… compare them and then let your heart decide, it won’t lie…
that white dial with a brown strap is exquisite
I am happy to read this! You should try the Spirit on your wrist! I am sure you will like it bene more thereafter... Let me know if you have questions...
@@WatchAdvisor I think the white face has lume also.
@@soulg1969 Yes, of course!
they look elegant.but what's the approximate thickness of the models? i mean can i use it as a dresswatch?
It seems that I forgot to mention the height of the case... I will find out and let you asap
I believe I missed this video (in contrast to the one for the chrono). IMHO these are among the top 3 novelties in the “affordable” price range over the last 20 months or so. Matching date wheel would be the icing on the cake. Any news on that?
I just had Longines' Head of Product Developement on the phone this week and YES they are going to change this asap ...
Very cool news. Bravo Longines!
I hope you will do an update with the titanium variant.... With no date! Beautiful!
If get the occasion I will do it!
Is this Kanel's last gift for us?
This is definitely the best one of all the new releases including the tuxedo in quality and the other spirit collection in design. I love the 40mm case size for pilot watches. Black would be my choice for it's matching date wheel and faithful to the design.
P.S. Btw can you tell there is something wrong with the Longines' web for the Tuxedo collections immediately? I can't open the pages of the individual Tuxedo watches.
Are the problems with the website resolved meanwhile? Sorry for the late response...
@@WatchAdvisor cant open the website of the individual watches of the Tuxedo collection.
Do u feel the lug to lug is fairly large causing over hang.
I liked the size & design of the Spirit... Also the case is quite thick, but all that doesn't bother me at all...
I've been eyeing the tudor BB 41. Now I might have to go with this instead.
Let me know if you have questions...
The tudors in person does not compare at all to the spirit line.
The only thing holding the 40mm back from being a must have is the 5 stars on the dial. Also, any watch in the $1000 price point, with a leather strap should have a deployant clasp IMHO.
As much as some dislike the five stars others do... tastes are different... I personally prefer a classic pin buckle. It is much easier to use and does not add anything in-between your forearm and the strap... I am not a fan of deploying clasps!
I was looking at Longines website and saw that there is a Prestige Edition for each of these watches. However, it doesn’t specify what the differences are. Do you know? I’m hoping that the other strap options will be included in the package.
You can always find cool non OEM straps... try e.g. www.misterchrono.com
Hey, The strap options are slightly different for each "Prestige" edition. For the black dial, you get the bracelet, the pilot-style dark brown strap with contrasting white stitching (I think on a deployment clasp), as well as a tan leather nato-style strap.
For the blue dial watch, you get the bracelet, blue pilot-style leather strap with contrasting stitching and the tan nato-style leather strap.
I don't know about the white dial, but I imagine itd be the bracelet, tan nato leather strap, and a pilot-style strap with contrasting stitching (I don't know the color).
I like the way they cleaned up the dials of these 40mm models by doing away with all those intermediate chapters. They are not needed on a three hand watch.
I agree... the 40 mm Spirit three-hand is the better one... the 42 mm looks a bit too much of everything...
Good call on date disk matching.
Yes! I already got constructive feedback from Longines... They watch my videos and confirmed that this this should be rethought...
The date disk don’t bother me in all honesty. The watch is beautiful. I just bought the blue on leather.
Bravo! Congratulations! May your Longines always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours…
I went to a store the other day to try on a blue dial conquest. Was underwhelmed! Tried on a blue dial 40mm spirit, love it. Just not sure if the lack of a 3 bothers me.
@@simonrobbins8357 it looks much better with the date at 6 and has the better bracelet from the prestige model too. Shorter lug to lug = winner.
These all beautiful, I prefer the matt black + brown strap. By the way, mind to tell the size of your wrist?
17 cm / 6,7 in
@@WatchAdvisor Thz, 🤝
Hi I keep watching this video, the blue looks fantastic, but I already have the blue Sinn 104 and the blue 556. Please convince me I don’t need another blue watch. I also like the Black but I keep thinking if I brought the black I would regret not getting the blue. These are obviously 1st world problems. What I really crave is the new dark blue OP 41 but just just beyond what I can afford.
It is hard not to want the new Spirit, since design and quality are superb, and it is almost impossible to not like this blue dial... I am a huge fan of blue and asking me what to do is not the best idea... Well, I would buy the Spirit... Why? Nevertheless how many blue dials you already have, you never have enough and there is always an occasion to wear another watch... OMG... I told you I won't help you 🤣
John you dont need another blue watch...two are enough....
I don’t know you and you don’t know me but, I do know blue and I don’t like it. Not my style. I will not judge you either way but, perhaps there is sense in variety. Black dial for some events and blue dial Sinn for others. Both excellent pilot watches and then you won’t have a internal dilemma as to which watch to wear.
I prefer the 40mm and would opt for the bracelet and purchase a few strap options. Black or blue dial. Most likely black because my B&M Baumacatic on a strap has a blue dial.
The 40 mm Spirit is the more harmonic watch indeed and does not have the issue with the date-window and the "nibbled off" number "3" on the dial...
@@WatchAdvisor The larger dial does well with the chronograph
Hi Alexander, excellent presentation. I would like to ask you how would you compare Longines with Tudor?
Please of course consider how much both Watchmakers put in to the Horology, etc. Maybe a vlog with Longines Spirit vs Tudor BB 58? Thanks
Longines versus Tudor will be the future match. Of course Longines today is much bigger and sells many more watches, but in the upper end of the collections the two brands will start to match each other from now on. The differences in between the watches are minimal and from both you get excellent value for the money and a top notch quality. Let your heart decide and choose the watch you simply like better. If I can get hands-on both watches it will be a pleasure for me to make a review...
@@WatchAdvisor thanks for your reply. My heart is with Longines but there is something in the background pushing me towards Tudor.... Maybe to much UA-cam celebrities talking about it recently? Anyway I have already a Tudor GMT and I was thinking about the BB58 but once when I seen the spirit collection just already decided... For me that 40mm in blue will be an excellent choice. I hope until where the watches will be released Longines will improve the date matching colour background. Also in my opinion the date at 6 o'clock will looks better. But, this is just my opinion. Greetings from London
Let always your heart decide spontaneously and buy what you really like and want. Buying a watch must be driven by emotions and never by ratio. No one needs these anachronistic timekeeping instruments, but it so cool to have one, two, three...
Best modern priced Longines with silicon hairspring
Good size, good design and top notch quality... all you want ...
Really best size for average man. In fact I expect from Longines in new Spirits more vintage style.
What you mean exactly with vintage style?
These are great looking watches but i dont understand why they put the date window so close to the center. it totally kills the symmetry of the hour markers...
No one did put the date window anywhere... The position of the date window and the date disc underneath of every watch is given by the size of the movement.
@@WatchAdvisor its unfortunate when brands make design concessions to fit a movement...a small micro brand, its understandable not so much for large manufacturers
The chopped #3 is the only reason why I haven't purchased the black 42mm..... I'm sure they will release a dateless 42mm after I buy it....
I have nothing heard so far that there will be a dateless version…
I love the blue dial (but hate the blue strap). Btw, the black also looks very nice! Which one should i choose?
What strap should the version with the blue dial have?
@@WatchAdvisor i saw some pictures, the blue dial with otley brown strap, very nice indeed.. I think black strap is also ok
Love the watch except the lug to lug. (Also Nomos take note too please)
Neil Wade Have you tried these watches on your wrist yet? If not, you should, since only then you will know if they really fit or not...
I love the aesthetics of lumed applied numerals. I wish they offered a no-date option.
By the way, are there any other watches in this price range that offer lumed applied numerals?
A non-date version is in the pipeline! About the applied numerals... I don’t think so... at least I am not aware of...
@@WatchAdvisor It would be fantastic if they could do a pointer date on this watch. It would maintain the symmetry of the dial.
This watch would be much more attractive to me than the Oris pointer date if it did this! Any estimate when the no-date will come out?
@@WatchAdvisor Any idea on the timeframe for this stunning no date?
You cant compare an Oris to a Longines anyhow! With or without pointer date... The quality of a Longines is by far better ... Sublime! So can/will Longines present a pointer date. I don't know! I hope they come with a non-date-version soon, since this will the beautifulest edition of the Spirit so far...
@@threehander I expect. April/May ...
Great watch. But lug to lug is too long. Should be 47-48 max for a 40mm case.
The only way to find out if the watch fits on your wrist is by trying it... Do have the possibility to so? If yes I very much recommend it... Let us know what you think afterwards...
Beautiful watch and i'm super interested BUT for the love of god why a 21mm lug width?? ARRRR
What’s wrong with those 21 mm? Please explain! I am curious to learn...
@@WatchAdvisor One is hesitant to advise the Watch Advisor on horological matters, but here is a possible explanation: An odd lug width (e.g., 21 mm) is quite a handicap when one is looking for aftermarket straps. The decision some watch manufacturers make to produce watches with odd lug widths is probably not entirely coincidental as it increases the likelihood that consumers will, owing to a lack of alternatives, buy replacement straps from the manufacturer.
Hi does anyone know which manufacturer makes these straps.
Thanks
Could be Hirsch from Austria...
I want to add a recent opinion!
I have the 40 mm version in black and I have a small wrist. I tried just out of curiosity the 37mm version. Guess what? The 40mm version is by far the best! A real pilot aesthetics watch, sand blasted hands, screw down crown and bigger. The 37mm in my opinion too small for a pilot style watch and with the lack of sand blasted hands. For me the 40mm version is the best!
Thanks for sharing your personal experience with us!
How small is a small wrist? :)
@@camels3269 mine is for sure small at 6,3 inches
The anti-reflective coating on both sides of glass makes dial look gorgeous, but unfortunately will not stand the test of time. Everything else about this watch looks good.
Of course it will! I have several watches with such a perfect AR treatment and I never had an issue... The today’s quality can’t be compared with what we where used to get and see...
I want the chocolate 1
This is for the genius
Hi, i just bought it 40mm white dial. And i saw ur vid the second dial not moving, why is not moving? Just currious ( sorry im a new for automatic watch )
First: congratulations to your “Spirit”! It may always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours! Concerning the watches shown in the video: their movements were blocked… these were demo-watches…
@@WatchAdvisor thankyou for the answer, yeah just bought it yesterday and waiting for come to me, before i choose spirit i consider tudor 1926 but when i saw ur review finally i know what i should choose, thankyou, great video!
Thanks for sharing your passion with us and your kind feedback!
50mm lug-to-lug on a 40mm case?? what an absolute mindfuck ... seriously what were the designers thinking??
Many others said the same... so you are not alone ... and who knows the next generation might be different ...
For a watch having a 40 mm diameter..the lug to lug distance is too much
Some said that before... I still recommend you to go and put the Spirit on your wrist... Only then you will know...
Salis Malik depends on your wrist size of course. Not excessive in my view it’s all subjective.
Hello my friend.
How are you?
I want to buy a Longines Spirit 40mm leather strap.
My wrist is 16 cm. Will it get big?
Thanks
Hugs
IMHO it fits! But you will have to try it on your wrist… be sure to see it in different light conditions too… then let your heart decide… it won’t lie… Keep us posted!
Will there be a GMT Alex. Might be interested.
That’s what I already told them! Would be the perfect Spirit watch if they would add a full functional, smart GMT
@@WatchAdvisor Then if they listen to you it would be the same ETA movement as my Breitling Colt GMT.
This collection is very fairly priced. Lotta watch for your buck. I love the blue chrono for one in your past clip.
When is this coming out in store in America?
I will find out and come back to you...
@@WatchAdvisor Thank you! :)
Local AD in Toronto said some time in September
Blue one seems smaller?
No! Of course not. That’s just an optical effect...