Longines HydroConquest vs Mido Ocean Star 200

Two Swiss divers that make a strong case for your money By Brent Robillard I may have created a small problem for myself. For years, when someone has asked me about buying a good Swiss dive watch, the Longines HydroConquest has been one of my first suggestions. Spending time with the redesigned collection in Mexico City earlier this year only strengthened that recommendation. Then the … Continue reading Longines HydroConquest vs Mido Ocean Star 200

The Best Dive Watches Under $1,000: 24 Watches We Actually Recommend

by Brent Robillard In search of value There was a time when $1,000 USD represented a fairly substantial budget for a dive watch. Then prices began creeping upward. Mechanical movements became more expensive. Sapphire crystals and ceramic bezels became selling points. Watches that once occupied the enthusiast-friendly middle of the market started drifting into four figures. Thankfully, nobody told the watches on this list. In … Continue reading The Best Dive Watches Under $1,000: 24 Watches We Actually Recommend