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Hemel HFT20vsHorage Lensman 2

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
Lensman 2
HorageLensman 2
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Lensman 239mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Lensman 272h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Lensman 250m
MSRP
HFT20$450
Lensman 2$6,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
9.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
45.8mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
No
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Horage K2
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Complications
None
Exposure Calculator

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$6,100

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What people say

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Hemel HFT20

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

Horage Lensman 2

The Horage Lensman 2 is recognized for its innovative photographic exposure calculator bezel and legible dial, making it a functional tool for outdoor photography. Reviewers highlight its well-executed 39mm hybrid titanium and aluminum case, COSC-certified K2 GMT movement, and overall good sizing. The watch is priced at CHF 5,450. On balance, reviewers rate the Horage Lensman 2 highly for its unique functionality as a camera tool combined with its luxury micro-rotor GMT features.

From video reviewers

The K2 Micro-Rotor Calibre is a key innovation in the watch. The watch's prominent lug-to-lug fit may be noticeable compared to other watches. Reviewers disagree on the importance of the sliding exposure scale on the bi-directional bezel, with some considering it a unique feature for photographers and others not explicitly mentioning it as a notable aspect.

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