Kikuchi Nakagawa GenmonvsLoresum Founder Edition
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Genmon
Founder Edition
Diameter
36.8mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
lowest
46.5mm
Thickness
9mm
lowest
9.9mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
48h
highest
38h
Movement
Kikuchi Nakagawa KN002
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Kikuchi Nakagawa Genmon owners widely praise the demanding hand-polishing technique executed to a very high level across a large surface area. One review notes the watch features a mesmerizing dial from Kari Voutilainen's manufacturer. However, the same review flags a steep $26,000 price and an 8-10 year delivery time as significant drawbacks. Overall, owners rate the Kikuchi Nakagawa Genmon highly for its exceptional hand-polishing technique and dial finishing.
The Loresum Founder Edition is praised for its smaller 39.5mm case size and its Kickstarter price of around $600, which is significantly less than comparable watches. One owner purchased the Loresum LS04 "Founder's Edition Lunar Veil" because his wife liked its "nubbly quality." The movement is seen as a downside compared to a Sellita. Overall, owners rate the Loresum Founder Edition highly for its value at the price point.
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