Longines x Hodinkee Spirit Zulu Time: A Black Bay Pro alternative - Why isn't it sold out yet?

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Taking a closer look at the Longines and Hodinkee limited edition spirit Zulu time. A titanium GMT watch ? Yes please. Maybe you are looking for a Tudor Black Bay Pro alternative , maybe you like the looks of the Rolex Explorer 2 but not the size. In any case this Titanium GMT watch from Longines got so many things right. This watch was on loan via Hodinkee (thanks Tony & Brett for making this happen). but I would to stress that this is NOT a sponsored video, just me wanting to check out a watch I really wanted to check out up close & personal. For everyone on the fence of getting one (last units available) I hope this gives you some more insight so you can make up your own mind about these.

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00:00 Intro - BoS Style
00:55 Unboxing & First Impressions
02:22 The elephant in the room - The black bay pro
03:24 Specifications
04:51 Movement
05:33 Bezel
06:01 DIal
07:50 Bracelet
09:25 Conclusion

[hendersonshorology]

Proud to be part of the 9% club! Mate, this was a really comprehensive video, I have literally no questions! Brilliantly shot too Tom, as always 🙌🏻👍🏻

[Watch_disciple]

The Longines is the dark horse in this race . An absolutely incredible watch

[AndyAdventuring]

I have this watch, as well as a steel Zulu Time. This is the only watch I've worn since buying it. The steel ZT is a beautiful watch, but it's a bit too sharp-looking. This watch, while it does have some polishing, is significantly more utilitarian and rugged-looking -- which is more my style. My watch is also ridiculously accurate. The titanium weight on my wrist feels incredible. It is a beautiful watch, fits my style, and is a flyer GMT to boot (I travel a lot). This watch feels like it was made by Longines specifically for me.

[MinuteMon]

Great review Tom! Love the macro shots & appreciate your honest take on the watch

[LiamMulholland]

If only this was a production model for the masses to pick up. This more considered watch would definitely improve the brands image if normal people could buy hey, its still available from Hodinkee. Excellent work again mate, keep it up 👌

[oh_io.watches]

Tom, this is outstanding video quality! I just subscribed and look forward to catching up on your back catalogue 😂 I think this is a really nicely executed GMT. The whole Zulu Time range has been a big hit in my eyes.

[ditmerk]

Hello Tom, once again, a splendid and well-executed video. I believe much of the resistance to the watch stems from it coming from Hodinkee. Hodinkee has, over the past several years, transitioned from being for watch enthusiasts to being more of a fashion blog (Just look at the "How to Wear It" series).

[vfp]

Great review. I think you did an awesome job of highlighting why this is an excellent offering by Longines.

[dultanur]

Excellent video Tom! I have to agree, the macro footage was amazing. I don't care if it's over used, "light play" is the only way to say what's going on in that round thingy (yes yes I know it's the rehaut, I just don't know what that means :P). The thing looks awesome on the gray nato strap but I agree the bracelet does look superb. I think you've changed my mind on this piece, I really like it...

[zevongrie]

I think it looks pretty nice.
I’ve had a Spirit Zulu Time anthracite dial with green bezel for about a year and a half and it has been a great watch. And the time keeping is superb!
This one definitely has my interest.

[cheesychester]

Love this. I was debating this or the SJE093, and ended up going Seiko. Don't know if I made the right call or not.

[BenMwatches]

Really like this piece
Like the Explorer 2 vibes with longines touches
Rotating bezel and grade 5 titanium is nice

[malikknows]

Very nice video, thank you. I’ve got the Black Bay Pro, so I was merely curious. If I didn’t have the BBP, well, this would have been a strong contender. I’m biased toward lighter watches and this looks beautiful. The bezel is also a plus, imho. But the Hodinkee brand is a minus and I wonder at a house with the heritage of Longines linking itself to a relatively new retailer. But the watch is a winner, no question! Well done!

[MCWristWatches]

I've been a part of the 9% club when 9 where the actual subscribers, keep it up Tom! Bloody brlliant video as usual!
I like this watch and I think Longines is doing a great job with their redesigns lateley, The bracelet, even if it's well built, feels big and chunky, I think it has to do with the huge center link, I know that you're team nato but bracelets play an huge factor in my decisions 😂

[stevemoreno]

Great video of a fantastic watch from a very underappreciated historic brand.

[jamesminshall]

I really like it, if I didn’t have the BB pro I may have been tempted as it does some things better, it’s titanium and I really like the numerals. I think the pro would still win out as it’s cheaper, available in my country, not as flashy but the big things for me are I love the contrast of the hands on the pro and not having on the fly adjustment means i would not have a bracelet option.
I hope longines takes some of these improvements to there other models, there is no need for a flying egg timer and how insecure do you need to be to give yourself 5 stars? Some more grade 5 titanium options on the market would be great too.

[cameronmonroe]

Really good video, love the videos for this. What kind of setup do you use for photos and video? Currently stuck with an iPhone 15 for watch pics and videos lol

[predcole]

Amazing Video! Production quality is through the roof. Keep up the amazing work. Definitely a an underrated and attractive piece

[WristWatching]

Excellent video, Tom! Superb production quality as always. I like the look of this much more than the BB Pro.

[duck]

"Whatever the "F" I want to call it..." is the only GMT movement I will travel & work with happily. Great video first off. I like a "true GMT" because my job. Sunday I'm in Portland, Monday/Tuesday (dateline jump) I'm in Hong Kong. Wednesday/Tuesday (dateline time travel again) I'm in LAX. Thursday in LAX to JFK. I tried the ETA 2893 based "office GMTs" and they don't last a year before starting to drift on accuracy from all the resetting I did on the road. Once I got my hands on a MT5652 and the 3285 movements, I can't go back. This Longines movement has my interest peaked, and it just might maybe.... maybe be my next GMT!