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Horage Lensman 2 GlobalvsHELM Vanuatu

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Lensman 2 Global
HorageLensman 2 Global
MSRP $6,100
Vanuatu
HELMVanuatu
MSRP $285

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lensman 2 Global39mm
Vanuatu42mm
Power Reserve
Lensman 2 Global72h
Vanuatu40h
Water Resistance
Lensman 2 Global50m
Vanuatu300m
MSRP
Lensman 2 Global$6,100
Vanuatu$285

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
9.98mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
No
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Horage K2
Seiko Instruments NH35
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
GMT
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$285

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What people say

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Horage Lensman 2 Global

The Horage Lensman 2 Global is praised for its novel camera exposure calculator on the bidirectional bezel and its COSC-certified K2 micro-rotor GMT movement. Reviewers highlight its 39mm hybrid titanium and aluminum case, unique camera-themed dials, and excellent value for its specifications. The movement offers a 72-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers rate the Horage Lensman 2 Global highly for its innovative functionality and unique aesthetic at its price point.

HELM Vanuatu

Owners widely praise the HELM Vanuatu for its exceptional comfort, with the titanium bracelet frequently cited as "uber-comfortable" and the watch itself being less overbearing on the wrist than comparable dive watches. Reviewers note its great bezel action and overall quality, with one owner finding the purchase satisfactory despite a nearly two-year wait. On balance, owners rate the HELM Vanuatu highly for its wearability and solid build at the price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is consistently praised. The bracelet is noted as having significant rattle.

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