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Horage Lensman 2vsBrew Retrograph

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Lensman 2
HorageLensman 2
MSRP $6,100
Retrograph
BrewRetrograph
MSRP $375

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lensman 239mm
Retrograph38mm
Power Reserve
Lensman 272h
Retrograph
Water Resistance
Lensman 250m
Retrograph50m
MSRP
Lensman 2$6,100
Retrograph$375

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
9.98mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Horage K2
VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
72h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Exposure Calculator
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$375

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Brew Retrograph

The Brew Retrograph is widely praised for its unique 1970s "TV Dial" aesthetic, thin profile, and comfortable wearability, with owners appreciating its well-finished rectangular case featuring alternating polishing and brushing, and its sunburst dials with contrasting matte subdials. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement for its solid performance, instantaneous chronograph reset with good tactile feel, and quartz accuracy, all at an affordable price point. Some owners note the lack of a running second hand and that the date change is not instant, while one owner found the strap needed improvement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Brew Retrograph highly for its distinctive design and excellent value, particularly praising its comfortable wearability and the satisfying meca-quartz chronograph function.

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