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Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control ClassicvsHorage Lensman 2

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What people say

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Classic

Owners widely praise the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Classic for its beautiful, sophisticated, and versatile design, with reviewers highlighting its faithful 36mm proportions, slim 8.15mm profile, and refined silver sunray dial featuring Dauphine hands and a blued seconds hand. The updated Calibre 899 automatic movement is noted for its reliability and 70-hour power reserve, and the overall finishing is considered excellent for its price point. Some owners find the hands blend into the dial, making legibility difficult without glasses, and one reviewer considers the "Automatique" text superfluous. The retail price of $8,600 is noted as a barrier by some, and one owner warns of micro-scratches on polished surfaces. Overall, owners rate the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Classic highly for its elegant design and refined finishing at its price point.

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.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Master Control Classic36mm
Lensman 239mm
Power Reserve
Master Control Classic70h
Lensman 272h
Water Resistance
Master Control Classic50m
Lensman 250m
MSRP
Master Control Classic$8,950
Lensman 2$6,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Mechanical
Field
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
8.15mm
9.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
No
Dial Color
Gray
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
899
Horage K2
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70h
72h
Jewels
0
25
Complications
Date
Exposure Calculator

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,950
$6,100
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