A Budget OMEGA Seamaster 300m?! - Longines Hydroconquest 39mm

[@whyFINAL]

Just got 39 in black! Its my dream watch! Ive been waiting so long for the 39 mm version! On 39 is dial more balanced with the date, than the larger models. Love the big numerals on the dial, double AR is awesome, movement is solid! Looks sporty, yet elegant! For me its a ultimate every day watch.

[@whyFINAL]

watching this, wearing my brand new LHC 39 and smiling like a kid

[@bradphythian]

Hello, I am looking to buy the black dial also! Can you confirm is the lume blue or green? Also, is the lume decent? What is the rating out of 10 you wold give it? :)

[@whyFINAL]

@@bradphythian Lume is blue, i would rate lume on my seiiko samurai 10/10 … on LHC 6,5/10…. could be stronger. But still plenty legible.

[@huzidamasta]

Yeh I got the 39mm in black as well. Completely agree with you 👌

[@nsbt93]

Is the crown guard sharp?

[@danielcalvocamacho4538]

I tried this Longines HydroConquest 39mm last Saturday and I was completely impressed. I am seriously making budget calculations to buy it for this Christmas season 2022. Great watch, great value and great specs.

[@danielcalvocamacho4538]

Update on this: I bought the HydroConquest 39mm blue version a week after I posted the previous comment 😅😅

[@gokhankayaeeqq7367]

@@danielcalvocamacho4538 memnunmusun saat ten

[@stanleymassam9908]

@@danielcalvocamacho4538 how you enjoying it?

[@tressil3607]

Great comparison - recently bought the Hydroconquest. It's incredibly competitive at its price point - I love it.

[@maxtroy8511]

Owned this watch for 2 years. Brilliant feel. Wore great on the wrist and was happy I got it instead of the Tag Aquaracer. Also, it attracted a lot of positive looks and many compliments.

[@albertoruiz5651]

I´m so happy you got around to check out the Hydroconquest ceramic 39mm. Keep the good vibes you show in your videos.

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

Thank you! Will do!

[@romastino]

Hi Harrison, after watching your videos on the Hydroconquest Ive just pulled the trigger on the 44mm version from your goodselves, Can't wait. to get it now.Glenn

[@bradd3840]

I have both of these watches. I love the Longines and mine is the Grey dial which looks great on a black leather strap but it's currently back on the bracelet. My Seamaster is a special edition America's Cup chrono from 2004 that has cost me more for it's last service than the Longines cost me new. It was an anniversary present so not going anywhere. Great video.

[@arnefritzen6379]

I also own a Seamaster and is is costly to run , i love it but have almost spend the same money on service as on initial purchage

[@marc-albertjaquat6364]

one important point, speaking of movement : that version, as for all new hydroconquest ceramic, with 5yr warranty, comes with the L888.5 which has silicone spring balance for antimagnetism. So another tie with Omega. Thought that was a very important point. Cheers on another great lively video!

[@nguyenhuuthanh3336]

I don't see any mention of this on their website? Only says L888 and doesn't mention silicon

[@marc-albertjaquat6364]

@@nguyenhuuthanh3336 don't know what's happening, seems like my comments don't show up. Anyway, on Longines website they say they extends all model with silicon balance spring to five years. And the watch comes with a tag saying 5yr Si Anti-magnetic. Longines is not the best at maintaining their website :P Cheers.

[@nguyenhuuthanh3336]

@@marc-albertjaquat6364 thanks bro

[@huzidamasta]

Got this 39mm in the black dial about a week before it went up in price. AND I got 25% off....so it was £1,042.50 instead of £1,500 as it is now 😎 I also decided to brush the centre links so the whole bracelet's brushed. Stunning timepiece 👌

[@bookofmillions]

Where did you got yours from? I'm planning to buy so any suggestion helps ☺️

[@huzidamasta]

@@bookofmillions Beaverbrooks 🙂👍

[@ARMYRIFLES46]

@@huzidamasta what discount code did you use?

[@huzidamasta]

@@ARMYRIFLES46 I honestly can't remember, sorry dude! Just keep checking on Google for discount codes for different retailers.

[@nsbt93]

how do you find the crown guard? Is it sharp?

[@MrScoot64]

I am with you about the date box. Great watch but it feels lopsided without one of those great numerals at 3.

[@christopheryoung5365]

I agree with you about the rubber strap. I bought my 41mm with the bracket but I’m picking up the black rubber strap. Just wish this watch had an open case back

[@martinkaplan1805]

I really like what Longines is doing, nowadays. And this is a fine example.

[@Talon173]

Love the Hydro! I owned the 41mm in grey with rubber. OUTSTANDING watch for the money, now the 39mm is out i may well pick another up. Budget Seamaster? High praise but tbh this watch can stand on its own 2 feet

[@oiiw]

The conquest 2023 should get more attention. It really looks elegant

[@garysalisbury8949]

I never really look at dive watches, as they're just too big, but at 39mm, and that blue colour..... I'm tempted!

[@reynardus1359]

Does Omega Seamaster come in 39mm? My consideration is currently not the budget but the seize.

[@shamsulbahrin6703]

Bought it 2 weeks ago,the 41mm blue dial and loving it 😁

[@travelswithkerlos292]

Great video mate. Longines definitely keeps up with the mighty Omega.

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

No doubt!

[@tpoz48]

Wearing an Omega Aquaterra 38mm today.

[@aleemmohamed2467]

I have the Tissot prx powermatic 80 green on my wrist as I am looking at this video.

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

You have made the right choice, insane watch!

[@robo2606]

I totally agree with your proposal to drop the date and put a 3 in the place 😎

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

It has to be done!

[@TheBeast-hd9bl]

I have 6.25 wrist does this would fit well ?

[@secordman]

Give me a date everytime. As far as legibility it's the HANDS that make this watch. I own one now and love it.

[@bookofmillions]

Finally! #Longines got the right ✅️ proportions! I'll buy it happily 😊

[@petyopetrov2048]

Omega i so so nice watch .Much better than Rolex .But still prefer LONGINES .I had long time ago and i sold because was not automatic and was a little big 41 mm for me .I asked hen for 39mm ,but at that time no exist .So now maybe will buy this lovely LONGINES Hydro Conquest 39mm rubber or textile strap only

[@jimlittle5769]

IMO, the Longines Spirit Zulu Time was their best release this year...not sure any of their other releases are even close.

[@Talon173]

That depends. I can’t disagree that the Zulu time is incredible, but having tried one on as a small wristed guy I just can’t wear it. The 37mm Spirit or 39mm hydro is a better proposition for me (or holding out for a smaller Zulu time!)

[@jimlittle5769]

@@Talon173 yeah, I just meant to come out with gorgeous GMTs that directly compete and IMO beat the Tudor GMTs for less money was a homerun. These are still hard to get and it's been awhile since Longines released something in that much demand people had to wait for it.

[@klasseneditor]

Eeehm Longines Ultrachron :-O

[@brandyi3112]

8:13 OMG YESSS I FREAKING HATE THE DATE WINDOW

[@tl2192]

I have the hydro conquest 42 in black it dosnt keep track of time as good as some of my other watches and havnt had an issue with the clasp but the click Bessel and the crown too change time and date wind is tight the whole thing feels solid but clunky I'd be going a seamaster next time all day long the hydro is still great value Swiss watch and I'm sure reliable

[@Lotus.F]

I think most people would prefer to have the date window tbh.

[@ARieTeZz]

Sold my 41mm HC old version and bought this new version 4 months ago

[@gokhankayaeeqq7367]

memnunmusun

[@lun810]

I'm wearing Longines Hydroconquest 41mm black dial with bracelet today. A fantastic watch from Longines, still enjoy it after 5 months from the date of purchased.

[@warmshinediamond]

Hi Harrison, love to watch your vedios not just for professional review, also practicing my English😂. Fans from Taiwan.

[@konglau4672]

I have a HC two tones rose gold gray dial, love it. Very accurate, one second faster a day...what else for a watch needed ?

[@huzidamasta]

That grey/rose gold is stunning. Excellent choice of colour combo 👌

[@SuperPitchy]

looking to get this 39mm in black dial/black rubber to go with my 41mm Khaki/rubber HC - such an incredible watch for the money.

[@jhrodriguez08]

I own the Hydroconquest 41mm green dial and is a bit heavy compared to my Seiko SPB297, l’m looking forward to get my first “amiga 😂” but I think I’m going with a speedmaster though

[@timetowatch_francois]

Thank you Harrison! 😎👍🏼 Can’t wait to have this Longines on my wrist one day 😊

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

You and me both!

[@deepanjitsinghkohli2487]

I want to get this watch 39mm at an AD for $1500 - but not able to do so - any recommendations for the US?

[@byzantiomaulana9616]

what’s the Lug to Lug size on this model?

[@larryfishkind5387]

I wish they kept the red marker on the seconds hand.

[@furr666]

Mine came in the mail the other day. Lume is impossible to me & this watch seems horribly in this dept. Did I get a lemon?? ....after being under bright light for an hour the lume lasted 10 mins (looked bright at first but faded very fast!) tops.

[@larryfishkind5387]

I love tissot. I own two .. the prx black dial auto and the seastar 1000 blue dial auto. How’s the taper on the braclet ? I’ve been considering this watch along with Tudor royal , tudor 1926, Maurice L Aikon .. so hard to decide .. any suggestions? Budget of $2,000 ish Swiss automatic only.

[@jonathanwells1917]

What's on my wrist? Seiko SKX007

[@Steven-sy3ye]

Great watch but there are a few negatives. The biggest one is the lack of micro adjust without a tool. The other downside I noticed is that the lume fades rather quickly. For me personally micro adjust without tools is a must, because wrist size can very quite a lot during the day.

[@gwapogreg5837]

Great review the date window is ok even Rolex sub has one but the white border needs to go.

[@D76-z2h]

I own a number of Hydros including the Blue Ceramic 41. Clasp definitely is an own goal by Longines. The case has a rather sharp feel to it which came as a shock over other divers from Oris and Rado I own, but have come to really love it. The Omegas are probably a much better watch all round however for me the Seamaster is just way too busy in its overall design. Busy face (not helped by the skeleton hands) on top of an unnecessarily fussy bracelet. Definitely will consider getting one at some point as the face is lovely, but would look to swap the bracelet for a simpler design.

[@ianlainchbury]

Love these. I have the blue one and the XXII games version in 41mm. :) Great review.

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

Good choice!

[@ryannewby447]

Another great review. Really like this watch. A lot of bang for your buck. Does show up some of its big brother branded watches up.

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

Cheers Ryan!

[@samuelandersson2779]

I have a Certina DS Super PH 500M in Blue and i Love it👍

[@t_h_visuals]

I just received mine in blue. I prefer this to a Seamaster. Mainly because everyone has a Seamaster.

[@jamescalvert7]

Something about this just doesn’t do it for me but I’m not sure what it is or why 🤷‍♂️ Baume & Mercier Clifton on the wrist today, cannot recommend this watch enough!

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

Beautiful watch!

[@sacredclown4179]

Hey, Mate I have stumbled across your channel, you have a great mix of creativity and practicality, and I have decided to pull the trigger on this gem. Having a small wrist, this watch is perfect, you are right about Omega, sure it's probably a better quality watch, but here in Australia I can pick up the Longines for around $2500 the Omega will cost you $7000, the question I asked myself, is, am I willing to pay three times more for a name? for a watch that is going to sit on the wrist like a millstone, or get a watch that is still swiss made, and will sit on my wrist like a bear in hibernation! I learned specs first then the brand, when I have gone brand first, I dropped so much money on watches I don't wear.

[@TheKaSmPrOdUcTiOnS]

Had one of these in a 41mm. Did not like that the lume markers were pushed to the edge of the dial. Also the Lume isn’t the best. Went with a Tudor Black Bay 58 after and that for me doesn’t have the issues of the Longines. That being said Longines is great value for money.

[@rafapazos06]

There are levels to this game and the Seamaster 300m is certainly way above . If you ask me it reigns supreme. I dont care about no submariner

[@derekbrettell8121]

Agree

[@brett2396]

Agreed but I much prefer the look of the Sub.

[@rafapazos06]

@@brett2396 Really sleek indeed. The 300M is more of an acquired taste type of thing. That said, the issue I have with the sub is that mercedes style star in the hand. It just makes it so unnecessarily tacky for my taste.

[@brett2396]

@@rafapazos06 I kind of agree but it doesn’t bother me too much

[@rafapazos06]

@@brett2396 Being that the case it is a an absolute staple of a watch indeed. If I had the money for it I'd have one too. I will get a 300m because I personally love that design and it is somewhat within reach (so to speak). If money would not be an issue I still prefer the 300m over a sub, but I get why the sub would be the preferred choice for others. It is a gorgeous watch indeed.

[@mikeuk4130]

I love the big numerals on this, although I think they ruined the look of the R Explorer 1 when they were introduced. That’s the only Rolex I like. Wearing Omega Speedmaster DSotM Apollo 8 today, on black semi-matte croc strap with Ceramic/Titanium deployant.

[@dusanlazic5619]

Could u make a comparison between Aquaracer Professional and Black Bay 58?

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

I could... Stay tuned!

[@snapfitness1]

I've never had a problem with my seamaster dial. It turns easily since day 1.

[@jimlittle5769]

agreed

[@alexanderj2584]

I need that watch.

[@Robert-vw3od]

39 you say - ooooh that's interesting

[@atthelord]

Mate you wanna check out some amazing watches? Check out the Longines Heritage collection. Their small seconds, chrono, and other models all look so good! I have a a few mates who chose Longines as their wedding watches and ngl, all of them were really nice! Wish they got more exposure to enthusiasts tbh.

[@RafaelDominguez81]

what's the lug-to-lug distance?

[@andreinegrut3739]

47

[@emrekrmzer4552]

39 mm looks great ..good job longines

[@ChisholmHunterOfficial]

They are!

[@hokie4life03]

Wearing my Breitling Chronomat today.

[@sjsk313]

You forgot to mention lug to lug distance which is the most important when it comes to size 😅

[@OneLordeAnimeClips]

Not sure if you'll see this comment, but what is the lug to lug on this watch? I'm getting mixed answers from the internet.

[@andywilliams4887]

A very attractive watch, but I would prefer the Arabic markers to be slightly smaller, especially when considering the size of the 3 o'clock date window - looks unbalanced. Also why is there a round hour marker at the 9 o'clock when there isn't at 12 and 6? Presume to match the date window at 3? A bit of a mish-mash. Finally, polished centre links a no no for me.

[@huzidamasta]

Brush the bracelet and put a cyclops on the date window to balance it out 👌

[@mikepurdy3952]

I wouldn't "consider" even buying ANY Watch without a Date Complication.

[@gregthomson7889]

A better comparison would be the Hydro Conquest with the Tag Heuer Aquaracer.The Longines has a much better movement has a ceramic bezel instead of steal and a power reserve almost 2 times better and all of this for just over half the price of the Tag Heuer.

[@simontaylor342]

I know what time it is. It’s time to say Longines properly.

[@ianv9864]

It’s a nice watch but budget?!? You get a very similar package (300m, ceramic bezel, Powermatic 80) plus open caseback and 6 o’clock date window for about £500 (with discount) with the Tissot Seastar 1000……

[@whyFINAL]

If you have a wrist for it.

[@derekbrettell8121]

I don't think it's anywhere near as good as the SMP300. It looks ok but I think that the numbers on the dial are too large. It's all subjective but I think it's a bit meh

[@howinyee5962]

I agree. They hydro is a horrendous looking watch

[@hanswurst2255]

You could have cleaned the Watch before filming

[@hugohernandez3651]

If you want a Seamaster 300M, the Hydroconquest will not do it for you. If you want a Submariner, the 300M will not be enough. With that being said, if you want an amazing diver in your collection, this watch checks all the boxes. I got the 43mm on rubber strap. It wears like a 44mm, but I don't care. I am very happy and coexist perfectly with my other divers.

[@7aydar7aydar]

The only thing they have to do is work on a better bracelet and specifically de clasp…i know they can do it

[@Talon173]

Can’t disagree but tbh I’ve had the 41mm on rubber and IMHO this should be worn on rubber

[@antonhallergren588]

The current hydro should be bought on rubber and worn on rubber. It has one of the worst metal bracelets I've seen in a watch, the Oris aquis and the docs sub 300t both can do amazing bracelets for about the same price as the Longines and it's not like the movement in the longines will be that expensive since they're in the Swatch group so there's no excuse for a terrible bracelet. It's sharp, it pulls hair, it has ugly polished centre links and an entry level Seiko quality clasp.

[@simontaylor342]

The Longines is easier to read. It’s a glance watch.

[@Jcauto-t4r]

No such a fair comparison, I have the Hydroconquest and it is a stunning watch but the Omega is like 2 clases above.

[@jeffd3802]

I really want too love this but after buying 2 larger 41mm models and selling them I cannot purchase a third u til they do something with those hideous razor sharp crown guards. 😔

[@Wristrollsweden]

If only they could do a dial without those big numerals. Love the look overall but can't stand them

[@ThisIsDavesGarage]

Watch brands go out and make a banger of a watch like this and ruin it with little things like 19mm lugs, weak lume, and pressed steel clasps with barely any taper...shame.

[@emanuelechiavella9957]

W LONGINES 😂

[@gabemoza9569]

No way in hell this clasp is "high quality". I have the 41mm and the clasp is cheap stamped metal. When you think of high quality, you think of a clasp from Tudor or Omega. I've got cheap Chinese homage watches that have a better clasp than the Longines.

[@TheSuaveEntrepreneur]

😄😂

[@bookofmillions]

1% of buyers actually #dive 😂

[@howinyee5962]

The dial is super ugly in this watch. There is no budget replacement for the seamaster pro. Might as well get a seiko

[@putnikstranac1432]

Omega is omega….

[@alexlilano1931]

I think you meant OCD not ADHD.

[@BillLaBrie]

He has adhd so he didn’t have the patience to research it.

[@Talon173]

If he has OCD, the fact you’ve picked up on this will send it mad 😂

[@alexlilano1931]

@@BillLaBrie I was actually just listening to it and I heard ADHD and then he start talking about the Dial. I was actually confused at first.

[@awc723]

I don't think he has either...people throw around "OCD" way to easily...

[@BillLaBrie]

@@awc723 that’s something someone with OCD would say…

[@ambertanwar3125]

Wear the watch below your wrist bone and not on it.

[@soumikmandal2265]

It is a cheap G_O SeaQ alternative. A Value for money comparison video? Open thought on the table.