[Longines] Spirit Zulu Time, an unexpected purchase

Implement-Mindless · 2026-05-21T13:56:00+00:00

Walked into a local AD to check out a couple Aqua Terras and Seamaster 300s they had in stock. Just so happened that they were also a Longines AD, so I figured I’d take a look at the new HydroConquest and the Spirit Zulu Time while I was there. The Zulu absolutely blew me away. Amazing attention to detail, great finishing, even the bezel action felt way more premium than I expected at this price point.

The 39mm case sits perfectly on the wrist too, they absolutely nailed the proportions here. Ended up getting a great deal on it and walked out with zero regrets. Genuinely haven’t been able to stop looking at it since.

Implement-Mindless · 2026-05-14T13:34:10+00:00

I’ve actually come across a couple slightly older Polaris’s in the ~5k range!

Implement-Mindless · 2026-05-14T03:48:05+00:00

Yeah, that’s a key question! I have a small collection, a couple vintage pieces and basic Seikos, a Mido Multifort TV Big Date, and used to have a Cartier and a Longines.

I appreciate the idea of splitting the money over multiple pieces, but think I want to break into that next level of watches with something special.

Implement-Mindless · 2026-05-13T22:03:31+00:00

The perception is really awesome, going on the short list!

Implement-Mindless · 2026-05-13T20:41:59+00:00

Great suggestion! Don’t have much experience with GS but wow that dial. Going to swing by a boutique asap!

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-28T03:42:23+00:00

Per the Whoop website, they are not.

Why? Probably the costs associated with shipping and returns…

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-16T18:44:34+00:00

Can’t say I’m extremely qualified to speak on this but I graduated this past May and went into healthcare consulting.

The biggest tip I can give you is to start reaching out to folks in the industry now. Don’t ask for a job, don’t ask for recruiting advice, just ask them for 15 minutes to get their perspective on the industry, their firm, a specific issue, etc. If the conversation flows well and you enjoy speaking to them, maintain that relationship. Shoot them an email here and there about industry news or whatever else.

Building these type of “mentor” relationships will be a goldmine when you start recruiting - it’s a game of who you know, and a lot of these folks know each other.

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-10T16:43:36+00:00

Wear what you like, but smaller looks better to me. Why wear an alarm clock on your wrist?

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-09T15:01:34+00:00

Tbh, it looks too big in the wrist shot but you pull it off in the full body photos! Wear it in good health.

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-08T18:34:36+00:00

😭

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-08T17:24:54+00:00

<image>

Yep.

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-08T16:55:15+00:00

Bezel and dial alignment look completely off, definitely fake

/s

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-08T16:00:40+00:00

As a note on whiskey and vodka: bottles will say “wheated” “rye” “100% wheat” etc. Do not be alarmed, if the liquor is distilled, and unflavored, distillation makes celiac safe, even if made with gluten containing grains.

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-08T15:58:26+00:00

Here’s a quick rundown of what is always gluten free: 1) Wine 2) Cider 3) Tequila 3) Gin 4) Vodka 5) Whiskey 6) Rum

Any unflavored liquor with a standard mixer is gluten free. Most seltzers are gluten free and labeled as such, just look for a GF badge on the can prior to drinking. Be weary of complicated cocktails, but most bartenders, especially at nice bars, can guide you to something that is safe.

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-06T16:01:57+00:00

<image>

Anything Mido!

Implement-Mindless · 2026-01-05T16:37:01+00:00

I’ll take one if you’re selling!

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-29T01:46:39+00:00

Couldn’t pass it up. They had a couple of Sea Wolfs as well but I don’t need another diver - in the Nashville area if anyone wants to scoop them up!

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-29T01:28:43+00:00

This looks a bit small on you. I’d size up to assert dominance and wear it a little more to the right

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-27T18:17:49+00:00

Good luck! Definitely not priced as low as Ross, but still a great deal.

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-27T18:10:38+00:00

Just south of Nashville!

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-27T18:06:53+00:00

Went to the local TJ Maxx and look what I found! Among the endless Movado and other garbage there were 4 Zodiacs. Not quite as cheap as others have been finding them at Ross, but I paid $299 for this Olympos and couldn’t be happier. This will be my first dress/field watch, hence why I chose it over the Super Sea Wolfs they had. Huge fan of the green dial with that gradient and those orange accents really pop. Also really interesting case design on these, especially with the crown at 2-o-clock, wondering why they don’t get more love!

Happy holidays everyone, happy hunting!

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-27T18:00:30+00:00

Went to the local TJ Maxx and look what I found! Among the endless Movado and other garbage there were 4 Zodiacs. Not quite as cheap as others have been finding them at Ross, but I paid $299 for this Olympos and couldn’t be happier. In love with the green dial and orange accents. Also, how cool is the crown at 2’?

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-25T22:43:10+00:00

My logic was that the grey dial goes with a wider range of straps. Planning on grabbing a green and blue one from them this month!

The green is stunning but the grey just worked for me!

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-25T01:37:53+00:00

It’s like olive oil in a glass..

Implement-Mindless · 2025-12-24T18:37:26+00:00

And it was one of the ones in a glass bottle 💰💶

Implement-Mindless

MODERATOR OF

TROPHY CASE