Kikuchi Nakagawa GenmonvsLoresum LS04

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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.

Kikuchi Nakagawa Genmon at true scale

Genmon

Loresum LS04 at true scale

LS04

Diameter

36.8mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

lowest

46.5mm

Thickness

9mm

9mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

Power Reserve

48h

highest

40h

Movement

Kikuchi Nakagawa KN002

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Diameter
36.8mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46.5mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue Aventurine
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova® BGW9

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Kikuchi Nakagawa KN002
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
48h
40h
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Kikuchi Nakagawa Genmon

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.

Loresum LS04

Owners widely praise the Loresum LS04 for its mesmerizing aventurine and natural stone dials, excellent moonphase complication, and wearable 39.5mm dimensions, with many finding it well-made and attractive for its price. Some owners note a slight bluish tint in the branding and an oddly color-matched second hand on certain variants, while others appreciate the clean, wordless dial and blacked-out branding. The Miyota 9015 movement is considered reliable, with owners reporting accuracy around +5 seconds per day, and the watch is seen as offering great value at its ~$600 price point. On balance, owners and community members rate the Loresum LS04 highly for its sophisticated moonphase complication and dial details at an accessible price.

From video reviewers

The high level of finishing for the price is a consensus strength. Reviewers did not mention any shared weaknesses.