Longines Spirit SMASHES IWC Mark XX? 5 Reasons Why!

So here's our follow up video from our last Longines Spirit 40mm Unboxing and Review where we said that it is better than an IWC Mark XX. Do have a watch and let me know what you think? Do you agree with the points? Let us know what you think in the comments below!

Video Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:34 - Rich Aviation Heritage
02:47 - Stunning Dial with Luxury Finishes
09:28 - Chronometer Certified Movement
11:13 - Luxury Case Finishing
13:43 - Price Comparison
15:06 - BONUS - Original Design

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[wessamhamadneh]

The longines spirit is a watch I hated and misjudged until I held it by hand. It’s quality is insane. I bought it over the Tag Heur Carrera 5 and Tudor. Plus I love everything the Spirit stands for, I can somehow relate to it. It’s a new take for longines, modern new design with vintage elements with their chronometer precision, it’s their new definition of perfection. The watch easily rivals watches at far higher price points. The dial and case has soo much more dimension and details. The only thing that disappoints me about the Spirit is No open case back. I think that’s where IWC does better. Longines is doing great things today !

[Retro_Rev]

My titanium spirit is one of my absolute favourite watches. Love seeing Longines get some more showtime these last couple of years <3

[rrv]

Thanks for the brilliant review and I totally agree with you, it would be the Longines for me, especially as I consider IWC grossly overpriced for what they are,

[lamaludwig]

I like the IWC design much more, but IWC is way too expensive for what they deliver.

[capturedbyouwen]

Love both watches for their own reason. The new Spirit line actually hints to me of the old IWC spitfires. If a military style pilot watch of the bhur style is what you want, then you 100% don't want to get this. Comparing the two is a little unfair in many grounds, because you are stuck with say...'for the money, it's this, for the money it's that'. Both watches and both brands have plenty of merit, a seasoned collector will celebrate both.

[thetimebombardier]

Yup fully agree with you points dude, they'd need to drop the price of the iwc by a few grand before i'd consider it 😜😜😜

[Ic_Ciantar]

Nice watch! I dont agree with your points but get the watch that makes u happiest i guess. Id get both in hand before making “on paper” comparisons.

[lamentate]

Longines are popular in Asia, but they are generally underrated as a watch maker because their most popular watches tend to be their cheaper ones, which are generally mediocre, but they have really released some impressive watches over the last 3-4 years, and it's hard to beat them for value between 2.5 and 3.5k USD.

[willsmeg]

Longines make an amazing timepiece, and at times is underrated. Beautiful piece.

[Not-a-bot]

I would go for the spirit 37 over these two. IWC never did much for me beyond heritage..although longines excels at that too.

[bigflyr]

Thanks for the detailed review! I am considering to add a Longines of the Spirit series to my collection soon, particularly the chronograph. I already own 2 Longines (Hyrdoconquest and Conquest Chrono) plus Longines was my first quality watch that I bought with my own hard earned money at the age of 16 back in 1976. I wish I still had that manual wind chronograph! Anyway, just a couple of comments about Longines… Unfortunately they have too many models to choose from which makes it too difficult to decide when buying. Secondly, they do not hold value like an IWC, Omega, Rolex etc but on the pus side they can usually be found at considerable discounts unlike the brands mentioned, which makes them an even better value in that respect. Finally…Serviceability. I am currently having a an automatic Hydroconquest serviced by Longines and the cost is considerably less ($135) compared to a basic service of the other brands mentioned which typically run $300-500.
All that makes Longines very affordable. Thanks again for your review!

[marcdee]

Longines are making lovely watches these days

[domokun]

the 37mm version fixes the date wheel placement problem. great pointers you had, they are spot on. I was having the same thoughts as you but i never had the chance to put it into a video.

[ukendaddy]

Today I ordered the Longines Spirit. I've watched countless videos over the last few weeks. For me, however, it was a choice between the Longines Spirit and the Tudor Ranger. Ok, the Ranger is not a classic pilot's watch, but here too I asked myself, is it justified that the Tudor Ranger is almost 1000€ more expensive? Definitely not. Your video was a deciding factor in purchasing the Spirit. I'm looking forward to the watch.

[oalaqeel]

You are absolutely right, ..this is much better than IWC.

[fawzibakeer]

Thank you for this really informative nice review and comparison.

[TheBarts]

The five stars on the dial are a showstopper for me.

[skullduggerysmiles]

Longines everyday; undoubted quality, style, heritage and in the real world, value for money. Happy horology.

[Exiaprime]

Great video and varying range of talking points that matter. The IWC looks to be more dial, what is the dial measurement of the Spirit?

[Micocico]

Longines is best watch for price, good quality and knowable prestige marks