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Head to head

Auricoste SM300 Scuba Master vs Longines HydroConquest 39mm Noir Mat

Two automatic watches from different brands, €90 apart, recorded at Tempus on 12 November 2026.

What the spec sheets say

The Auricoste SM300 Scuba Master leads on 0 points, the Longines HydroConquest 39mm Noir Mat on 1 (price at our check).

  • Choose the Auricoste SM300 Scuba Master if you prefer its brand or its design: the spec sheet gives it no edge.
  • Choose the Longines HydroConquest 39mm Noir Mat if you want to pay less (a €90 gap).

Line by line

CriterionAuricosteLongines
Price at our check€2,390€2,300Advantage
MovementAutomaticAutomatic
CalibreSellita SW200—
CrystalSapphireSapphire
Water resistance300 m300 m
Diameter40 mm39 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 Auricoste SM300 Scuba Master or the Longines HydroConquest 39mm Noir Mat?

The Longines HydroConquest 39mm Noir Mat, at €2,300 against €2,390 at our check on 12 November 2026.

Which is more water-resistant?

Neither: both are water-resistant to 300 m.

Do they have the same crystal?

Yes, a sapphire crystal on both.