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StarSovereign · 28 May 2009, 03:50 PM

Hey guys. I have been looking at some Longines watches here in Paris, they are the official timekeeper of the French Open and as such have many booths set up around the grounds, and liking a few models. Never really heard of the brand before, I'll admit I'm a noob, and was wondering what others on the forums thought about the brand. How does Longines compare to other luxury brands? Are they up there with Breitling? If you had to say they were comparable to one brand, what would it be? All opinions are appreciated!

C. Davidson · 28 May 2009, 03:55 PM

Similiar to Rado, Raymond Weil, Gucci, ... good quality watch, Swiss Made, sapphire crystals, ETA movements, part of Swatch group. Very beautiful, elegantly designed watches.

Hmmm, up with Breitling? Very debatable, though Breitling goes for the more sporty look and Longines goes more for the dressy look.

Higher grade than Tissot/Swiss Army/Hamilton.

Mort · 28 May 2009, 11:13 PM

I think it is really a matter of opinion. Longines has really made a turn around in the last several years. When they were Longines- Wittenour they were pretty much a higher end swiss fashion watch. They were mostly quartz and did not really appeal to WIS folks.

They have a very long history in watchmaking and now they are putting out some really nice stuff. Yes they may not appeal to everyone, especailly fans of Breitling, Omega Rolex,ect but they are quality watches. And they are also a lot of bang for the buck.

Alcan · 28 May 2009, 11:49 PM

I'm a fan of older Longines watches.

JimSnyder · 28 May 2009, 11:50 PM

Here is an old Longines Wittnauer diver I have

Alcan · 28 May 2009, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by JimSnyder

Here is an old Longines Wittnauer diver I have

Very nice, Jim.

Who's Bill?

JimSnyder · 28 May 2009, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Alcan

Very nice, Jim.

Who's Bill?

who's Lori

I paid $9 for it on Ebay Al

DSJ · 29 May 2009, 01:12 AM

I like Longines, they are really making a comeback, IMO.

SirLoki · 29 May 2009, 02:47 AM

how is it pronounced?

long-geans
long-inges
long-eyenes

?

some of the pieces are pricey and most watchmakers i know love working on them

sexner · 29 May 2009, 02:58 AM

Long geans.

KKB · 29 May 2009, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by SirLoki

how is it pronounced?

long-geans
long-inges
long-eyenes

?

I always just say "Long Jeans" but I think the proper way would sound like "Loh Jhean".

Tools · 29 May 2009, 06:04 AM

Lawn Jeans

28 May 2009, 03:50 PM	#1
StarSovereign "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Erik Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 116234, 116710LN Posts: 936	How does Longines compare to other luxury brands? Hey guys. I have been looking at some Longines watches here in Paris, they are the official timekeeper of the French Open and as such have many booths set up around the grounds, and liking a few models. Never really heard of the brand before, I'll admit I'm a noob, and was wondering what others on the forums thought about the brand. How does Longines compare to other luxury brands? Are they up there with Breitling? If you had to say they were comparable to one brand, what would it be? All opinions are appreciated!

28 May 2009, 03:55 PM	#2
C. Davidson "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: WXSW Watch: GMT (116710) Posts: 2,723	Similiar to Rado, Raymond Weil, Gucci, ... good quality watch, Swiss Made, sapphire crystals, ETA movements, part of Swatch group. Very beautiful, elegantly designed watches. Hmmm, up with Breitling? Very debatable, though Breitling goes for the more sporty look and Longines goes more for the dressy look. Higher grade than Tissot/Swiss Army/Hamilton. __________________ -Cheers, Chris #15,634 "The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out."

28 May 2009, 11:13 PM	#3
Mort "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 1,001	I think it is really a matter of opinion. Longines has really made a turn around in the last several years. When they were Longines- Wittenour they were pretty much a higher end swiss fashion watch. They were mostly quartz and did not really appeal to WIS folks. They have a very long history in watchmaking and now they are putting out some really nice stuff. Yes they may not appeal to everyone, especailly fans of Breitling, Omega Rolex,ect but they are quality watches. And they are also a lot of bang for the buck. __________________ Collection Stainless DJ II Rhodium with Arabic Dial 116334, Longines RG Master Collection Chronograph Triple Date Moon, Maurice Lacroix TT Masterpiece Triple Date Moon, Vintage Gallet SS Flying Officer Chronograph

29 May 2009, 01:12 AM	#8
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	I like Longines, they are really making a comeback, IMO. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

29 May 2009, 02:58 AM	#10
sexner "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: 4Q Location: Nowhere near you Watch: 169622, 124060 Posts: 2,014	Long geans. __________________ One should endeavor to do what is right not what is established.

29 May 2009, 06:04 AM	#12
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,087	Lawn Jeans __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

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