A Do it All Watch With Aviation Undertones - Longines Spirit 40mm (SS & Titanium)

[@watch_beginer2056]

I have the 40mm in blue and it feels more premium and beautiful than the price suggests. Absolutely love it.

[@Monawaat_Shaeeka]

hi, it is a premium watch. its not cheap.

[@drmexicoii]

I'm biased as I have the blue SS 40mm Spirit, but this watch really is incredible value. In real life that dial is so 3 dimensional, very hard to capture on film. I've had it for over 6 months now as pretty much my daily wearer and I still find myself staring at the dial, watching how it catches the light and the depth of the stepped ring, applied markers and hour diamond cutouts. It's not perfect for reasons you highlight in the video Teddy, plus the non colour matched date wheel and lack of micro adjust on the SS bracelet annoy slightly, but for the price point I can totally forgive it. It's a fabulous watch from an historic brand, I love it.

[@jazzjackson9875]

Longines is absolutely crushing it these days

[@michaelniemer4449]

Seriously considering the chronograph in this Spirit line. Stunning.

[@the_9ent]

Possibly one of the best looking aviation watches made. I’d opt for the 38mm version for wrists under 7 inches.

[@johnepic2422]

I really enjoy my Titanium version. It's elegant but not over the top. Most people say it's humble but still pretty. It's funny how I wanted the blue one, wasn't sure if I should get the black one, that that striking green. But when I saw the black Titanium I KNEW he's the one.

[@axgreenious9400]

I have the Titanium 40mm with the bracelet; I really like it. I wouldn't mind buying a strap for this watch, but I can't seem to find them.

[@johnepic2422]

@@axgreenious9400 I've ordered the original black nato, so hard to get, waiting for few months now.

[@axgreenious9400]

@@simonrobbins8357 Awesome! Thanks!

[@ThecrazyJH96]

Titanium is perfect for an everyday active watch!

[@markstarmer3677]

Made up my mind to get the 40mm Titanium next month or so. Absolute superb looking watch, and very good value for money. Love the omission of the date window in exchange for the overall symmetry. I have a soft spot for black and gilt finished watches, my bb58 is such. The only decision is the bracelet or black nylon strap, which I’ll know more when I actually try them on. Another great informative video.

[@jameskimber3006]

Which did you go for? I'm unable to try this on but love the look, can't decide on the nato or bracelet!

[@shaagaknowsyou5295]

I actually prefer the longer lug to lug, makes it worthwhile for a bigger wrist whilst keeping in line with the flieger look. I also hate having to remove the bars to strap in some thicker nato's too like the canvas ones. Win win for me, I'm buying one.

[@jonathannguyen1844]

I hope you can get your hands on the new 37mm model that just came out!

[@LemonJelloQQQ]

Yes please

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

We should be able to in the coming month as they become available. I was able to handle them and they answer many of the concerns addressed in this video and in the comments regarding the size.

[@Anchor7]

The champagne one!

[@gregandark8571]

37mm Titanium version?

[@coryash9179]

The attention to detail when it comes to the production of your videos is amazing. The lighting, audio, video and overall mood set through your content is impressive. It can't be easy but it is appreciated.

[@Rodolfoguerra12]

I have the 42mm version with brown leather and wears super nice on my 7 inch wrist, it’s a bit oversized but it makes sense to me since it’s a pilots watch and I like them to wear a bit large. Nice vid. Cheers!

[@awynative]

I’m not a bracelet fan. My Spirit is on a good strap. The dial pops! I love how the diamond shape on the bow and arrow second hand (dipped on a more legible red), becomes perfectly congruent with the diamond recessed cutouts as it passes over them. As far as I’m concerned, IWC is not a “step up.” Instead, it is IWC that falls behind in the Spirit’s artistry. Two grand watches from Longines: the Spirit and the Sector!

[@rickjason215]

I don’t own an IWC, but the movement on the Mark XX is far superior. 120 hour power reserve and an 8 year warranty. The IWC is not a good looking watch.

[@marcusdesilva8405]

I love the idea of having "all types" of watches in my collection, I still haven't really bought into the idea of field and aviation style watches. That being said, the finishing on this piece does make it a good candidate if and when I finally sell myself on the idea.

[@flutterstone1281]

There are a lot of complaints about the lug size, but I don’t think it’s a problem. It is simply important to buy this watch in the proper size. People used to larger watches which have been fashionable in recent times will find the lugs big, but sticking strictly to more traditional sizing will yield a great result with this piece. Smaller watches seem to be making a comeback. Maybe this Longines Spirit is a little ahead of the curve on that score. I have a 7.25” wrist I wear this with a 40mm case. It fits beautifully and looks magnificent. You just have to think a little smaller with this one.

[@fernandoespinosa8055]

Hi Teddy! Just heard that the Spirit came out with a 37mm version with champagne color dial, could you take a look at it and and make a video, it looks very nice. Thanks and greetings from MX

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

I have plans to do so. They nailed it with that. 45 mm lug-to-lug and redesigned the endlink so it shoots down toward the wrist.

[@markharrison2484]

Yes the 37mm in blue is on my radar. Tried a 40mm but wasn’t 100% on the date at 3 and it was borderline too long lug to lug. The 37 looks like it has the quick release bracelet too.

[@flutterstone1281]

I love your videos, Teddy, but I have a modest suggestion: When you model watches, provide a view from the shoulder down to the end of the hand. I recently sold a 37mm watch on eBay and took some pictures to accompany the post. The wrist shots I included in the post were completely deceptive. They made the watch look enormous. Then I held my phone's camera as far away as I could and managed to include most of my arm up to my shoulder and the picture gave a much clearer sense of the size of the watch. Everybody loves wrist shots. They provide a lot of information about the quality of the dial but distort what the watch will ultimately look like when actually worn.

[@ef6671]

Crazy you posted this now, ordered the titanium 40mm in the cloth strap after trying it in a boutique two days ago

[@ep7164]

Just got mine (40mm black on strap) : these lugs are ok with the leather strap … and I he dial is … stunning in every light condition

[@Sumerdini]

We need a "no date", 38 mm, shorter lugs (45mm), Titanium & Ceramic (grey) spirits. Listen to us, Longines...

[@anw9485]

The detail on the dial is absolutely amazing! If I didn't already have a 36mm Explorer I'd buy the Spirit 37mm in a heartbeat. It's nicer looking than the Explorer too in my opinion. I have a "10 and under" rule when it comes to collecting and I just can't justify another

[@Trilogysworld]

This is watch is fabulous 🔥🔥 and will hold up with a lot of watches I just got mines today on the blue leather strap in 37m thank you for your vids

[@caribou6023]

Had to wait to get the 40mm titanium. Then I waffled for a while longer, did I really need another watch? Predictably I crumbled and bought it. Wow, I mean just wow. Love the simplicity of the no date dial with the gold accents - it's really stunning. This is easily my new favorite everyday watch!

[@chrisbozz231]

Sorry you said wow just wow

[@VicenteVillasenorBravo]

You are a star Teddy. Incredible videos; the visuals are incredible, and the information & duration are totally spot on. I love the Spirit in black with the strap, that'll be my first 2024 watch!

[@TheMypurpleflower4u]

saving my money now for the 37mm titanium version.....(hope soon)

[@ericgrace9995]

Thanks for reviewing this one. I'm looking at buying one later this year. I looked at the 42mm version...but the truncated "3" put me off...and the 40mm seems to wear large. In the UK they offer the watch on the bracelet for the same price as the strap!

[@watch_beginer2056]

My wrist is slightly over 7 inches and the 40mm wears great. Wears smaller on a strap

[@drmexicoii]

I bought the 40mm for the same reason - don't like that cut off 3. The 40 wears fine on my 19cm wrist. Note the bracelet on the SS doesn't have micro adjust, or doesn't on my version. Have to wear it loose as my wrists swell a lot in the heat.

[@markharrison2484]

37mm version inbound.

[@Nuclear__HS]

Please do a review of the 37mm ASAP when its available, seems like it addresses all the issues of the 40mm!

[@wesley290]

Nice review and some awesome close up photography. Long lugs are a feature of pilot/field watch though, so can't complain much. IWC's offer the same experience in terms of lug to lug. I tried on a couple of these Spirits a few days ago. The 42mm was definitely too long, but the 40mm seems right even on my 7.6" wrist (much depth). It has to be on the bracelet for me, it looks far too good on the watch to just get a strap, though the Longines Nato strap version is quite nice with the titanium buckle as well. Looks better to me than a leather strap with a gap to the case.

[@jorgeto68]

Hello Teddy, after much thinking I have decided to purchase the 40 mm stainless steel version. Looking for information about this watch I found your review, written more than one year ago. I just wanted to thank you for this marvellous review. In my opinion it's the best review of the many I have read, honestly. Of course I give you a like, write this comment and subscribed. My best wishes for you.

[@KBD-ONE]

Teddy releases at least one video a day. It's like the watch news channel.

[@Mihalblch777]

Beautiful pieces, thanks for the review ❤️

[@Apetro89]

Teddy, you should start a new channel for jacket reviews. I see you rocking some sweet ones lately!

[@MrAstrus]

MY spirit is my favorite watch. I have more expensive watches, but no watch is "me" like it feels when i wear the spirit. I'm not a Bracelet fan so I got the black SS strap one. Only thing is wish is that the SS version came without the date window. It's ok for my 40 mm version since it replaces the 3 , but I realy did not like the 42 mm because it cuts off the 3 on the dial.

[@Bennie_Bee6]

At 1.30m Teddy mentions Longines selling 2m watches a year, but have revenues eclipsing $1m?? So each watch is only $0.50cent? Presume revenues of $1billion no?

[@cksamo]

😂 Just watched this video and I noticed that also. Maybe Dr. Evil from Austin Powers runs Longines.

[@luisaguilar7997]

😂😂😂 what a bargain!

[@kbeightyseven1783]

He clearly says billion

[@bigbrotherwatchesdannyboy306]

The new GMT is sick!

[@l3r4f54]

Longines recently released the Spirt in 37mm diameter with a lug-to-lug of around 47mm. No titanium version (yet?) though.

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

They did! Lug-to-lug is actually closer to 45 mm and they redesigned the end link so it shoots down toward the wrist. Great move by them.

[@Matty9003]

Can not wait to see you review the 37. I really want the champagne. I really think it's gonna be a classic.

[@zefri84]

Beside the new 37mm spirit, longines launched the spirit zulu Gmt "secretly"

[@bradleeallen3721]

Great video Teddy. I have been watching your channel for about a month, and I must say super high-quality stuff. It is challenging to start out in the watch world and identify what to buy, but you've given me a lot of food for thought.

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

Happy to help out, my friend. Take your time with this world, learn, and have fun!

[@PauloOliveira-om5tj]

I would really like to see the watch in a 6,15" wrist as you usually show. Does it look that big in a smaller wrist? This is a really beautiful and elegant watch!

[@JudoAndrew]

Get the 37mm version.... its a great watch in person and on the wrist, especially if you're closer to the 6" size

[@dxarelto2748]

Bought 40mm titanium nylon a week back after waiting for stock to arrive, beautiful watch wearing just fit for 190mm wrist. 42mm would be only for larger wrists. Didn’t like bracelet version I tried. Very light and good quality finishes for the price. Dial is a bit dull kind of black, a deep black may be nicer. Accuracy not as good as my Tudor BB, it’s gaining more than 5-6 seconds a day

[@hoss6048]

The crown is funky. Bolster that up some and it will appear somewhat more stout..

[@VArgenton]

Hello there! Great comprehensive review as always Teddy. I have the 42 mm Chrono in blue and it's more impressive than many much more expensive pieces. I have a faint suspicion that the spirit collection was initially designed with 42 mm in mind. The L2L which everybody's complaining about is great when the case is at 42 mm. L2L and case diameter are in complete harmony. At 40 mm they were kinda 'lazy' and 'tight' and left the lugs untouched for tooling cost saving reasons. Just my humble opinion.

[@sherwindelapaz5302]

It’s out in the open now. Longines is gearing up for an upmarket move. They won’t release a banger such as the Spirit for nothing. Spirit is gonna serve as a friendly foe for the Black Bay and will aim to reach Tudor level or GS level soon. I like Longines’ trajectory at the moment.

[@aioka1435]

Great review. The Spirit is an icon but I prefer the Conquest 2023.

[@Thiago-qt3tw]

Great review!! I would love to see a review of the newly released 37mm, please!!!!! The black version will be perfect! (Not Rolex Explorer related lol)

[@Propofol001]

Teddy please review the champagne 37 mm one! Longines is killin it 😄 !

[@alexandro9896]

I’m in between getting this and the tudor ranger what’s your opinion guys is the tudor really worth the extra money?

[@lamarfandango1623]

That titanium would be on my wrist right now if they didn't try to glam it up with gilt hands.

[@keith.loves.lasagna]

40mm version is my dream watch. I know, I'm a simple man :) But too bad the date window is at 3:00. Really love 6:00 Date windows! Hmm... maybe I need to reconsider the 37mm...

[@JimLecinski]

Waiting for the 37mm ...and your review hopefully coming soon?

[@mehdibb4186]

Great vid ! Are the gold accents only available on the titanium version ?

[@berare777]

Just got a 40mm silver color. ❤

[@beyond36horology]

Would have bought had I not pre ordered a Kurono

[@safemitstifer]

When it comes to fine imitation watches, gussl delivers. I've bought from them several times, and I've never been let down.

[@Berisha]

They should bring out another version, but with an "onion" crown which was what was on a lot of vintage aviation watches. Then again, maybe that would not fit with the contemporary, modern design of the Spirit.

[@PLBW81]

a beauty of a watch but why no quick adjustment?

[@arvinderthethi5122]

Please review Longines Record Heritage with metal bracelet. I bought a legend diver after you received that. Thank you

[@shogun884]

Lovely understated piece , pity the dimensions rule it out for me , given the long lug to lug you would think they would have factored in a female end link

[@mtmatt6111]

Really beautiful and a great size. I think I'm in.

[@jimmy7494]

How do you think this and their flyback watches compare to Tudor? I tend to get some snobbiness against Longines from dealers who sell both brands. Okay Longines movements are mostly made for them by ETA, but to counter that Longines has much much more history, so kinda on par overall? Or Longines is a whisker below?

[@bobbydazzler1780]

Mine must have been made on a Friday afternoon as it ran consistently at +9s per day on a full manual daily wind over a week and had poor finishing on the lug ends which looked a mess. The buckle on the leather strap had some dings on it. Back it went as I’ve had way better experiences at a fraction of the price with Tissot. Good looking watch but if you look closely it’s not value for money.

[@nickthequick]

Finally you mention the weight of the watch. I agree that the lug-to-lug is not proportional to the diameter. Furthermore the crown seems to me to be overly long (almost as if added as an afterthought). It is a handsome dial though.

[@drmexicoii]

It's true to the style of a pilot's watch I think - so you can adjust / wind with gloves on.

[@smokinscars1024]

Hi Teddy, kindly can I get your opinion on the Longines pioneer sprite edition , I just saw it at the dealer store , it caught my eye by its black carbon dial and its green luminous numeral display

[@fabfour289]

Like you said, Longines... pls 48mm L2L and smaller size of the 5 stars.

[@bmwresto]

I want a Longines Spirit, Titanium 40mm in Anthracite with the date window preferably at the 6pm. Screw down crown and corrected Lug to Lug length. 7.25" wrist. Please make it in 2023 Longines

[@sin8901]

I need to know if the titanium has a ghost crown position for the date, please Teddy 🙏

[@ClaxtonBay123]

Teddy you need to get the new 37mm version

[@remizirnhelt4844]

Please, when are you review the 37 version? There are no serious review of this Longines beauty!

[@marcelom.alberico6525]

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.

[@alexo9040]

Love this watch but not the biggest fan of how much the lugs stick out. To me, it feels like a TV with a huge black bezel.

[@matt4590]

Love these but those lugs keep me from getting one. Really hope they change them in the future.

[@jodysilvia2]

I can dig it brother

[@weiliuxi]

Ted, can you review the 37mm

[@villagranvicent]

Beautiful watch, shame Longines insist on that extra-long lug to lug size.

[@adamscottv]

The steel one needs to lose the date. I hate how it removes the 3 ... at least they didn't half cover the 3 like on some other watches. That looks terrible. And honestly, how many people can even see the date? Pretty much no one over the age of 40. Also, I would prefer silver in the dial on the titanium vs the gold. I guess they do that to make it look more premium, but I prefer the silver Rolex Explorer look. Having said all that, these are great watches.

[@nilxnull]

This. Also wish they removed the subsecond track and stars, the dial is very busy compared to fliegers, IWC pilot or Sinn 556 as the ideally balanced dials.

[@adamscottv]

@@nilxnull I hear that about the stars a lot, so it's a common opinion, but they don't bother me. The Spirit Titanium is definitely on my short list of watches I want. I'd rock it on a No Time to Die Bond NATO. I keep my Explorer on the bracelet, so having some strap diversity would be nice.

[@ngovmengtaing6208]

A bought a new longines spirit titanium 40mm At Singapore airport and found some problems, I already sent to your email just for a look, so sad :(

[@dapetik]

I would love to buy the titanium but you can't buy it with a white dial 😢

[@ashleymalamute]

I want to love this watch, but... Things I dislike: -Screw-on case back. -Long lugs. Things I hate: -Shitty buckle on the strap version. Only the Zulu Time and chrono gives you the clasp. For this sort of money I'd expect a screw-down case back and a deployment clasp on the leather strap. The Oris Pro pilot gives me a proper strap and case back.

[@mezcalycafe8702]

I wanted the titanium version of this watch for my every day but like you said the lug-to-lug is a no go for me.

[@TheMypurpleflower4u]

same here bro..now finger crossed a 37mm titanium end of the yr or next yr

[@tomcorcoran6898]

Where can I purchase longines spirit line in New Orleans area.

[@lordcharfield]

I was going to get this for my big birthday! Lovely, but split pin links on a £2K + watch? WTF? Even San Martin use screw links as standard for as little as £140! No way am I buying this now!

[@fadiinspace]

This reminds me of the “more cow bell “ SNL sketch. I can imagine an executive there in their design meeting asking for more lug length. I really don’t understand why they don’t see it as an issue

[@robertfeast7691]

I had the 40mm in blue but the long lugs made it wear much bigger. I would love to see a review of the newly released 37mm.

[@chillerhr3804]

I would love if we had a little bit more comparison between titanium and stainless steel…🙄

[@sallysbananenrepublik3740]

We need this one in 37mm😢

[@NWA_1919]

Why would you make a 40mm case with that kind of lug to lug..?? It just looks off, the case needs to be 2mm wider, or the lug to lug should be 2-3mm shorter.

[@pt192]

I feel like Longines should have shortened the lugs rather than make a 37mm. In my opinion the dial size of the 37mm is just too small and still wears like a 40mm.

[@tomcorcoran6898]

Amazing no screw down crown

[@Fixstern16]

fantastic watch but my wrist is only 155 .

[@finesse49]

The 37mm version will be more wearable but it has 19mm lug width😕.

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

Bracelet is phenomenal on the Spirit so the odd number doesn't bother me as much. I would struggle to take it off of it. I'll cover the 37 mm, much more wearable.

[@ccker123]

I've tried this at the boutique, the lug to lug is too long to me (my wrist: 16.5cm). Just don't like the design of the lug to lug.

[@JavierBonillaC]

Why does everybody in the watch world use the term price point instead of just talking about price. ?

[@TheCdM1981]

I’m not really getting why this isn’t considered a field watch in style.

[@FS-zn9xe]

Hi Teddy, excellent video, as usual. I really like the looks of the 40mm Spirit, esp. the classic dial, but what really prevents me from buying the watch is in fact the horrible bracelet with its male end links. And once I get a watch in Titanium I also want the respective bracelet for it and not being forced to wear it on a strap instead. What also bugs me is the lack of the date function on the Titanium version. So sad to say, but this one is definitely a No-Go for me!

[@TheAdiibou]

Am I crazy or there is a butterfly clasp at 2:43 and a 2 button release ar 6:00 ?!

[@drmexicoii]

Simon's right - there are quite a few different versions. I have the butterfly on my non-Prestige SS version which is the same version in this vid. The prestige gets a different bracelet and a strap. Titanium gets the Prestige bracelet I believe.

[@achillesdanieladam9486]

Teddy, do you prefer as a pilot watch idea the 40 mm Spirit or the 37 mm?

[@iamthelaw69]

I just can't stand that 5 star Yelp review on the dial...would be nice if there's one without them.

[@AndyAdventuring]

This watch looks so boring and lifeless on camera. In person, it's an absolute winner. Very nice watch.

[@williamhill7312]

Great video, personally I find 5 stars on the dial to be a negative, nice watch though

[@wesley290]

Better than the 1 star on the Omega Constellation...

[@drmexicoii]

On the wrizt you barely notice them. Only when the light catches are they noticeable and often not all 5 at once. Definitely needs to be seen in the flesh inmy experience. I also like the fact they are a direct reference to older watches in their history. Not just a design feature but a nod to their past.