One of the BEST Modern Dive Watches for Around $1,500 - Longines HydroConquest Review
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In this video, I take a look at the Longines HydroConquest, a modern dive watch many of you asked me to review when I released my video taking a look at the standard Longines Conquest. For me, the HydroConquest is one of the best options for a dive watch in the strangely seldom-seen $1.5k price point. Are there any other modern watches from Longines you'd like me to take a look at?
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Longines hits a sweet spot between luxury heritage & affordable enthusiasts.
Anyone who works hard can afford this watch. Seriously props to longine.
I couldn’t agree more!
Got an automatic hydro conquest this past summer as a graduation gift. Love it!
Thank you, Teddy, for continuing to mine the deep, quality Longines catalog. I hope more is yet to come.
I love the hydroconquest, it checks a lot of boxes, especially with bracelet quality under $2k, where the older models fell short was with the Lume, unremarkable to say the least, I have yet to see one of the newer modes with the BGW9, but that and the ceramic bezel look like an upgrade worthy of checking them out again. Plus that green dial 🤤
Thank you Teddy! It's great that you listen to your audience! Great video as always and great watch as always!
Always top class reviews with all the details you need from Teddy and his team.
Wow after some months of deliberation, I finally bought a black 41mm then only a few days later this video comes out!
I find the HC to be absolutely stunning and I'm so chuffed with it! The rubber strap brings down the weight and makes the longer lugs wear a little smaller imo. Also, fits in nicely with a casual/active persons style that isn't at all out of place when dressed up on occasion, due to its clean appearance and nice clasp.
How do you find the guard and using the crown?
@@m0xiemarlinspike I don't personally have any problem with them.
The AD showed me a technique for winding where you kind of favour the index finger below the crown, rubbing it past the crown rather than gripping it fully. More of the crown is protruding at the bottom. So maybe that helped some.
@@K.J.H_ Thanks! I’ll keep that in mind if I ever get one 😀
You are brilliant, Teddy - I do follow your reviews with pleasure and high interest; especially as a Swiss, this Longines may well make it to my collection - thanks!
love Longines 🥰 love their designs, proportions and dials 😎
I have the Blue Dial un 41mm and had the AD watchmaker brush the center link just after I bought it. Love the coin edge bezel, the sunburst, bracelet, clasp, lugs, everything. This watch is amazing. $1500 for a Swiss Ceramic bezel diver on a bracelet. Nothing compares to this, Maybe Mido, Certina or Tissot, but none with exactly the same specs.
One of the most awaited reviews! 😍 Thanks bro. Buying this gorgeous piece for 2022 ✌
Looks a beautiful watch! Have been waiting for this review.
Cheers, Teddy. Very helpful
I always appreciate your reviews, and I've been thinking about purchasing a Longines after this review I will be purchasing a Hydroconquest this week ⌚
Love my hydroconquest. Thanks for the review Teddy. You have a great channel.
Finally someone with a name shines some light on Longines, and especially this fantastic diver. I think the brand is extremely overlooked and that logo is absolute fire🔥
Just swooped a grey one (traded for my Zodiac Super Sea Wolf ZO9210). Came with two nice nato straps, the bracelet, and the grey rubber strap. The guy who traded it to me had the center links professionally brushed to match the rest of the bracelet and it looks fantastic. The high polish that the center links come with from the factory is a little much for a tool watch in my opinion so I welcomed the brushing of the bracelet!
I own two of these and cant believe how awesome these watches are! Cant beat them for the money. I will buy every color!
Thanks for looking at Longines Teddy! Very underrated brand!
Nice one, Teddy. I thought there would be a review on this. I got mine about 3 months ago. I love everything displayed on it.
Perfect. Someone was asking about this watch recently and I was thinking about suggesting a review here and boom!
I've had mine for 5 years. Just dropped by to see the more recent editions reviewed. For a lot of people, the clasp is a contentious issue, being press-fit rather than having deployment buttons but it is beautifully engineered to a very fine tolerance. It has a, kind of, 'goldilocks' tension while locking (not too hard/ not too weak); very confidence inspiring as it feels very secure.
Some people find taking it off, to be painful but once you've owned one for a while you may discover 2 nice little hacks that turn opening the clasp into a breeze.
Instead of using a fingernail under the indentation in the clasp, to open the (I can't remember what it's called) 'safety catch', grab the sides of it with the thumb and forefinger of your other hand, pull, and it opens very easily and painlessly.
Then, instead of pulling the clasp open with the tip or fingernail of your thumb, slide the index finger of your other hand in between your wrist and the underside of the clasp and just push the centre, milled, 'strut' of the clasp out from between the other two 'struts' (again: '??') between, which, it is held captive by the simple press-fit system.
If you already have one, try it. It may improve your opinion of the clasp and the watch. If you're thinking of getting one, bear it in mind, as it completely negates any qualms or misgivings that some people may have about it before, or whilst, buying the watch.
thank you. I got my yesterday, thanks for the tip!
🎉 Thank you! I just got my blue dial HydroConquest as a grad school graduation gift. This was the only thing turning me off to it. The clasp feels so tense and stiff! Even more so then my S.A.R. Rescue Lumen from Mühle Glasshütte. The 2 tips make it so much easier!
This is a beautiful watch! I could use a dive watch in my small collection, and this looks like a perfect fit!
Love Love Love my 43 Hydroconquest in Blue … get so many compliments when wearing it sharp watch and huge bang for the buck!
I’ve barely bought a Casio Duro and a Vostok at 22 and this watch seems to be great quality. So this is now on my list, thanks for sharing cool watches with us Teddy.
You can’t go wrong with this one!
I'd love to see the Breitling rubber on a Casio Duro
Happy Holidays & thank you for the awesome content!
Looks great. Personally, I prefer the normal Conquest over this diver, but I have a soft spot for Longines. I’ll have one in my collection one day.
I have the blue which I got in 2019. Fantastic watch. Perfect one watch. Suits every occasion.
literally perfect timing for this video. I am between the Hydroconquest and Aquis.
Great review! Got a new green one 41 mm with rubber strab brand new (used 2 weeks) for 800 swiss francs. Really great watch!
I have this watch in my collection and i absolutely Love it. Real dive watch
Very compelling watch. Awesome vid Teddy!!! Happy Holidays!
Great watch. I have two. The Hydroconquest 43mm SS Ruber strap Chrono is my favorite.
Bought this watch this week in blue, so much better seeing it in person and for the price you can’t go wrong 👍😊
Just receive my blue dial with a bkue rubber strap HC y'day and I have to admit that this is a great bang for your buck. Awesome quality for less money and it looks astonishing. Got the 43mm version for my 7.5inch wrist and have to say thats the right size for all who dont have a smaller wrist than 7in go with the 41mm version
Ive always had a soft spot for Longines going back to the mid seventies when a came across one of their glossy catalogues (what ever happened to them). A gold Longines dress watch is amongst my collection but unfortunately it wears to small for my 8" wrist so my wife has taken it. My son is looking for a watch in the £1500 range so I'll certainly be advising him to give the Hydroconquest consideration. Great review by the way.
Bought myself the HC, in the grey ceramic and grey sunray dial - it's beautiful, I've been getting so many compliments from it. It's understated yet quite different in style. It's £1390 RRP.
Love the blue and rose gold one on the rubber blue strap, next watch for me. Very good value for what it is. Another great video Teddy. Keep up the excellent content.
I tried on the black and rose gold on rubber strap last week and can't get it out of my mind. I also like the green on green strap version in this review.
is it quartz?
As an owner of the 41mm black version I am still hoping that Longines release a 39mm version with the cleaner dial and ceramic bezel. Very good review I must say.
I bought my HydroConquest 41 mm ceramic bezel and rubber strap three months ago after selling my 43 mm, which was a bit big. I Love this size better , I wear it with leather bands and looks awesome.
Bought the black dial 41mm variant a couple of weeks ago and just wanted to say that for the money, I genuinely don’t think there is a better diver out there. It’s stunning to look at, keeps time brilliantly and comes with a brilliant heritage. It’s outstanding, absolutely love it. Would highly recommend it.
I'm still deciding between this in grey or the sinn 104 ...
This watch is super versatile. You can be dressed-up & wear it or you can go to work wearing it or try an athletic endeavor wearing it. Water resistant 1000 ft., screw-down crown, shock resistant...glows in the dark. Perfect watch for every-day-wear.
Hi Teddy.
Greetings from Australia. 🇦🇺
Thanks for an informative video on the Hydroconquest. 👏👏
I thoroughly enjoy your channel especially the fact that while you are an enthusiast, you are not a watch snob.👍
I recently bought a 41mm in blue with bracelet, ( partly influenced by your video, ) and it is my entry into a Swiss divers. I have found it to be functional, versatile, good looking and great value.
Keep up the good work and stay safe. 🍻
I was confused between the aquaracer and this one. Eventually got both but this was a more sensible choice. Works fine and does not even miss a second where as the tag gains 12 seconds a day and has gone for service under warranty( tag service is awesome). I got the 43 mm green colour. Large to what i normally wear but it does not feel that big on wrist
I am considering both Tag Aquaracer or Longines Hydroconquest. Can you give me your feedback after 9 months from your previous comment?
i own the green dial on green rubber strap,one of my favorite watches.
Bought the grey one in 41mm with steel bracelet today here in Germany with 20% off. Love how it wears on my 19cm wrist. I´m an addict for Longines and Rado, but Longines seems to offer more for the money. Like your videos :-)
Terrific video. My only gripe with my watch is those crown guards. To my eye they just seem out of place and you are absolutely correct, they are sharp when working the crown.
Great intro Teddy! you really evolving before our eyes
I just bought the Commonwealth Games Edition. Can’t wait to get it. Looks awesome!
My wife gifted me the Blue and Gold for our anniversary, I love it a lot more than any other watch in my collection. Absolute worth it.
Nice video Teddy, Thanks. This is my ‘Grail’ watch I picked up the 41mm ceramic bezel blue dial in the recent Black Friday sale. The ‘sharp’ crown, I find is more noticeable when screwing the crown back in but it’s not bad. I love everything else about this watch including the bracelet, the finishing and the weight on my wrist.
How much was it on the Black Friday sale ?
@@Tripp216 $1878 Australian from Mazzuchelli's
I have a Longines Conquest VHP GMT. Its a great watch, wears well, and incredibly accurate. The watch looks great in both business suits and out on the boat. I think the Hydroconquest will make a great addition to my collection as a more sport/casual piece.
As always, what a great impressive details in your shots. Longines gives a 5 year warranty when bought through an AD.
I own a Longines Hydroconquest black and gold tone variant with black rubber strap and I agree that the outer edge of the crown is rather sharp and from time to time I can feel it on the wrist.
Is the Conquest as sharp as the Hydroconquest? I'm thinking of getting the blue dial version. Thanks
Love the watch, got my 41mm in blue. Only issue I have is the stainless strap, it sounds and feels very tacky and weak! Have since used various colored nato straps and it makes it feel much better!
I bought the 39mm in blue on bracelet a little over a week ago and I love it. It is the perfect size for my 6 1/2" wrist. I watched all of the reviews before buying it, everyone's main issue was the "cheap" feeling clasp. I don't think it's that bad. I paid $1,189 for mine, similar watches can be much more expensive. Terrific value for money.
How do you find the exterior AR coating? It’s a deal breaker
@@nsbt93 I haven't had any glare problems. To be honest, this is the first I'm hearing about potential AR coating issues with this watch. It's not a perfect watch, none are, but a year in and I'm still loving it. GREAT value for money, especially if you buy via gray market.
Great video as always Teddy , ive recently added a 2nd to my collection ,the grey and rose gold edition , they are truly amazing value and deliver solid specs , if I could fine tune the design a bit I would prefer to move the date window to the 4:30 position to allow for the #3. On the dial and make the numbers just a tad smaller so it doesn’t overpower the dial ....i love symmetry !!! The other thing would be to bevel the crown guards a bit more to make them a tad smoother. That being said longines has mastered the art of finding the sweet spot in the middle !!!!!
I revived one for Christmas Blue face and Rose gold finish. I love the look and the feel of this watch and lave received many compliments. It has become my new favorite wear. As a owner of many watches from $200 to $10,000 you cannot beat the bang for the buck of the Hydroconquest.
it is quartz right? are you still find it the best bang for the buck or do u have any other recommendation
@@chiefzskiIt is automatic
I own the 39mm old version, love it, I just stare at it all the time.
Thank you so much for the quality content! Right now I can't decide for myself which choice to make between the Longines Hydroconquest or the Rado Captain Cook Black dial. Question to the author of the channel, I'm interested in your opinion what choice to make?
Well done Teddy, we shouldn’t forget there is also an option in 39mm for the Hydroconquest (without the Ceramice bezel), that size is really interesting as well.
he mentions all 4 sizes
I owned that; it wore exceptionally well. That model with the ceramic bezel surely would sell bucketloads.
@@holdenjorski4117 sorry I missed that
Wish they’d update the 39mm, the larger ones have a lot less cluttered display.
@@simonbailey2151 How would the 39mm fit on a (my) noodle wrist of 6.1 inches? Main issue is the lug to lug (which i prefer to keep at or below 48mm, which is the maximum I can handle even with having the benefit of flat wrists)
I have been eyeing the Longines Heritage with the sectore dial face.
Nice review Teddy, please take a look at the Longines Spirit series.
Great watch, had this one for over year. Thinking about picking up a green dial...
I did the Green Hydroconquest w/ Steel band and two rubber bands for $1300, one black and one green matching one. Absolutely great watch, the steel band leaves lots to be desired, but the rubber bands are top notch.
This will be one of the first grail watches that I purchase (not gifted) so I want to make sure I will love it. Why would you say the bracelet leaves a lot to be desired?
@@slashnagy6 I absolutely would, but don’t let that stop you. Get one of their rubber bands, they are fantastic and give it a much more sporty look.
Hi Teddy, great review of a classic dive watch. I would like to see your review of the brand ollech & wajs someday.
I bought a blue one. And I love it. Funnily enough I saved this video but didn’t watch it. Then bought the best watch in the store for my price line. And it was this one.
I think the hydroconquest is surely one of the best bang for buck you will ever find. My father owns one and it's robust, versatile and looks spectacular..
Great looking watch. If I didn't already have a diver, I'd get one of these.
I've just got the smokey grey fave and dial version. It's actually way better than I thought it would be.
This watch is amazing i have the 39mm version with aluminum bezel in blue its the perfect size for me the only downfall is the clasp feels cheap, it could be better
My first auto was the previous gen hydroconquest. Great watch and very underrated despite some obvious flaws. Poor lume and dreadful crown guards which make crown operation tricky. Tempted to pick up the latest version
Ditto- the first gen Hydroconquest was my first auto and served me well for 12 years. I decided to upgrade to this version and haven’t looked back. A truly great watch.
Perfect Watch! Love the green one 👏
I bought the blue 39mm quartz version. For $700 new OTD, I can't complain...:). The quartz version is 2mm thinner. Great grab-n-go dress dive watch.
I have been wearing the Hydroconquest 39mm in blue everyday since Jan 2016 and I have to say that it is a very reliable and beautiful everyday watch. it is versatile and looks great with everything. I have received a ton of compliments on the watch and I am always surprised at how little love it gets from watch enthusiasts.
Got the 39mm in 2017 and its the watch that gets most wristtime. Just ordered the new ceramic 39mm. Cant wait to get it.
How’s the accuracy been for you?
I have this watch and is a beauty. Highly recommend
I'm well pleased by my 39mm black dial variant of the HydroConquest. It's a smart looking modern watch from a reputable brand that works well on my 16cm wrist. It retails for $1275 but can be had for under $1000, so I feel comfortable wearing it. Owning it has stopped my urge to get a much more expensive diver.
I would go with the Oris 65 (non in house movement) in this general price range. This is a decent offering. I don't like the date window integration though.... Maybe a no date would be more attractive.
agree... a magnifier might helped for symmetry
Hi Teddy Bareass! I am considering this watch very nice video!
I have a 39mm blue dial regular Conquest, and I'm starting to lust after this HydroConquest now. Apart from all the goodness you mentioned Teddy, it comes with one other pro for me - you will look long and hard to see another on someone's wrist. Unlike some other brands' divers, it's not a case of everyone and their dog has one of these
Just bought this today 😊
@@yogzm5645 and may it bring you tons of joy! I know mine does
Thank you. I heard they make the 39mm in ceramic. Do you think it matters and is it worth going for that?@@alanmckinnon6791
man that double AR coating really does show through in the camera work. Super clear and sharp
If only the ETA A31.L11 were widely available... I must say though, that with a few tweaks to the crown guards and crown, this HydroConquest could prove to be a compelling alternative to Doxa. If only Doxa were to be bought by the Swatch Group. Then, you'd have a watch with much better lume!
After spending months trying to find the perfect watch and at the same time trying to rationalize the cost of more notable brands such as Tudor and Omega for their specifications, the Longines Conquest and HydroConquest offers ridiculous value for the specifications offered.
Double AR sapphire, ceramic bezel, 300m water resistance, 72hr power reserve in a beautiful package that combines elements from many well known models, these watches from Longines are such a steal, its borderline criminal. You would have to pay more for the more popular brands to get similar specifications. Well done Longines!
You should take a look at Tissot, their Seastar line is even better value in my opinion
@CoolHandLuke why ?
@@MrWolf-ln1gi Yes the Tissot Seastar is also great value! Though the Tissot for a little less than Longines, you don't get the double AR coating and only 2 year warranty vs Longines 5 year warranty. Love the see-through caseback on the Tissot though. Might boil down to design preference in the end.
@@MrWolf-ln1gi If I had the choice I would prefer the Longines design :-)
@@DaZerker yeah that’s completely fair enough, the Seastar 2000 is also 46mm so it does size people out. Especially if you have anything under 7 inches. But it does have double the WR and has a helium release valve. But that’s more catered to those who go diving frequently and at extreme depths
Longines Hydroconquest ceramic bezel is an awesome watch. The movement accuracy is fabulous too
Mine (latest edition, also with Si balance spring) runs within COSC specs. Without the certification. Zero complaints here.
In love with this watch best price
It's amazing quality for the price, it hits the nail in the head in some aspects: The arabic font used is similar to the Explorer I, but elongated horizontally with number in 12 o'clock instead of 3 o'clock because of the date window, really nice reference. Also the snowflake design of the hour hand is a thousand times better than the one used by Tudor, more aesthetically appealing. Great watch. I see Longines, Zenith, Cartier, making smart choices and understanding the market in recent times. I would include Breitling if they had more case size options under 42mm for men watches. Merry Christmas!
I've said a similar thing about the snowflake, more refined and better looking than the Tudor one imo. Fitting the sophisticated dress diver aesthetic perfectly!
@@K.J.H_ I completely agree on the snowflake! I've been thinking the same. That's how you do a snowflake hour hand, the Tudor snowflake hands are ghastly to look at.
Love my 43mm green on bracelet Hydroconquest. I disagree that they wear big though. My 43 feels very similar to my 41mm seamaster.
Would love to see some Longines Master Collection watches too! (Eg the annual calendar)
My blue version 43mm (the blue dial is really stunning, especially in the sunlight) is very accurate , more so than my Oris Aquis which is slightly more expensive. Lovely watch, however, the bracelet is not as good as the one on the Oris though. I bought mine with a 15% discount ! ! Happy days ! !
Excellent review, as always! I'd like to point out that imo the 41mm version that you are reviewing here should be sold with a narrower bracelet (like 20mm lug-to-lug) and maybe a slight tapering to the clasp. I think that the proportions of the 41mm case need a narrower bracelet (the 43mm looks great with the same 21mm bracelet). Also, it seems that they switched to a green(ish) lume lately? My 43mm variant doesn't feature a blue lume...
It is an amazing watch. I wanted a daily beater and I had to decide between this watch and the Mido Ocean Star GMT. I went for the Mido and no regrets so far. With that being said, I am sure I would have been equally happy with this one.
I'm in the same boat right now, narrowed my choice to the same 2 pieces as you...glad you like the oceanstar. May I ask why you decided on that one?
@@danny2264 Sure....I went for the Mido because it has a GMT complication.
I bought this exact watch same dial 3 days ago. Such a killer watch for the price. Really pictures do not make justice to this dial
By far my favourite watch
Im a proud owner of the Longines VHP GMT, white dial. Very cool watch.
Longines has done a good job updating and refining the HydroConquest. The lugs and bracelet are bit clumsy, but at least the bracelet tapers now. The clasp is in desperate need of updating. Overall a very nice package, though.
Agreed. My HC clasp is...not very good. But the rest of the piece is outstanding.
Longines rubber strap ftw
I bought this today in dark blue at 44mm on the strength of this video, good job
Great video and great value
got the hydro conquest large face from an authorized dealer in hong kong in 2019 for a little over $1200 usd tax included. Maybe inflation hit because they are listing at $1500. Anyway got the blue one for it to be versatile in dressy and also casual occasions.
A wonderful watch. The only "problem" i had was that the rubber strap is rather uncomfortable, esp in summer. But fortunately Longines' now also offering fitting nato straps. Problem solved!
Hydro conquest is the best dive watch if u have small wrist .. the best part of this watch is it’s diameter and it’s width . I was thinking Tudor black bay but it was too thick doesn’t fit good at all , the moment I tried this hydro conquest I fell in love with it , looks like it’s tailor made for my small wrist and it’s very minimalist… u can’t go wrong with this watch… grey , blue and green has the sun burst looks great
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Unpretentious luxury. I love it!
Merry X-mas Teddy 🎄🎅🏻
Got a quartz hydroconquest as a wedding gift 6 years ago it is a tank!