Rolex GMT-Master II vs Longines Spirit Zulu Time

Both are GMT watches in the premium tier. In short: the Rolex GMT-Master II wears 40mm vs the Longines Spirit Zulu Time's 42mm — choose by wrist size. The Rolex GMT-Master II is automatic, 100m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal; the Longines Spirit Zulu Time is automatic, 100m water resistance, 42mm, sapphire crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

Spec	Rolex GMT-Master II	Longines Spirit Zulu Time
Movement	Automatic	Automatic
Water resistance	100m	100m
Case size	40mm	42mm
Crystal	sapphire	sapphire
Style	GMT / travel	GMT / travel
Price tier	Premium	Premium

Which should you buy?

The Rolex GMT-Master II wears 40mm vs the Longines Spirit Zulu Time's 42mm — choose by wrist size.

Where to buy

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Rolex GMT-Master II and the Longines Spirit Zulu Time?
Both are GMT watches in the premium tier. The Rolex GMT-Master II is automatic, 100m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal; the Longines Spirit Zulu Time is automatic, 100m water resistance, 42mm, sapphire crystal.

Which is better value, the Rolex GMT-Master II or the Longines Spirit Zulu Time?
Both sit in the premium tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.

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