Laurent Ferrier Classic Auto – HorizonvsLaurent Ferrier Classic Origin – Beige

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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.

Laurent Ferrier Classic Auto – Horizon at true scale

Classic Auto – Horizon

Laurent Ferrier Classic Origin – Beige at true scale

Classic Origin – Beige

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

11.9mm

11.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

30m

Power Reserve

72h

80h

highest

MSRP

$56,608

lowest

$59,069

Movement

LF270.01

LF116.01

Case

2 specs
Thickness
11.94mm
11.1mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Beige

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LF270.01
LF116.01
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$56,608
$59,069
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Reviews

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Laurent Ferrier Classic Auto – Horizon

The Laurent Ferrier Classic Auto – Horizon is widely praised for its refined, post-minimalist design, elegant 40mm stainless steel case, and captivating horizon blue dial with subtle textures. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight the exceptional finishing and the in-house automatic LF270.01 movement, featuring a platinum micro-rotor and extensive hand-finishing, as significant technical and aesthetic achievements. The embossed "sport auto" text on the dial is noted as a unique design element. One owner finds the non-micro rotor movement unusual for the brand, preferring the visible rotor bridge on other Classic models, and a reviewer notes the absence of Laurent Ferrier's signature natural escapement in favor of a Swiss lever escapement for durability. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Laurent Ferrier Classic Auto – Horizon highly for its top-notch finishing and the aesthetically and technically impressive micro-rotor movement.

Laurent Ferrier Classic Origin – Beige

The Laurent Ferrier Classic Origin – Beige is widely lauded for its exceptional finishing, with owners and reviewers alike highlighting the artisanal mastery evident in its hand-bevelled edges and sandblasted bridges, which appears even more impressive in person than in photos. Reviewers consistently praise the serene beige dial, warm red gold case, and the satisfying winding feel of the manual-winding LF 116.01 movement, which offers an 80-hour power reserve. Some owners find the 47mm lug-to-lug span a bit large for a dress watch, while others appreciate its subtle, timeless aesthetic and overall beauty. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Laurent Ferrier Classic Origin – Beige highly for its exquisite hand-finishing and elegant, understated design.

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