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Head to head

Longines MASTER COLLECTION 38.5mm vs Vulcain Chronographe 70's - Black & Silver

Two automatic watches from different brands, €0 apart, recorded at Tempus on 12 November 2026.

What the spec sheets say

The Longines MASTER COLLECTION 38.5mm leads on 0 points, the Vulcain Chronographe 70's - Black & Silver on 1 (water resistance).

  • Choose the Longines MASTER COLLECTION 38.5mm if you prefer its brand or its design: the spec sheet gives it no edge.
  • Choose the Vulcain Chronographe 70's - Black & Silver if you want more margin against water.

Line by line

CriterionLonginesVulcain
Price at our check€2,700€2,700
MovementAutomaticAutomatic
Calibre—SW510 M BH b-Manual
CrystalSapphireSapphire
Water resistance30 m50 mAdvantage
Diameter38.5 mm38 mm

Comparison based on the retailer’s spec sheets, without handling the watches. Criteria with no objective winner (diameter, calibre) are left undecided.

Questions

Short answers

Which is cheaper, the Longines MASTER COLLECTION 38.5mm or the Vulcain Chronographe 70's - Black & Silver?

They were the same price at our check on 12 November 2026: €2,700.

Which is more water-resistant?

The Vulcain Chronographe 70's - Black & Silver, water-resistant to 50 m against 30 m.

Do they have the same crystal?

Yes, a sapphire crystal on both.