Which is cheaper, the Horage Lensman 2 or the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer is the cheaper of the two at $199, against $6,100 for the Horage Lensman 2 — a $5,901 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Horage Lensman 2 or the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

The Spinnaker Croft Pioneer wears larger at 42mm versus 39mm for the Horage Lensman 2 — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Horage Lensman 2 or the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

The Spinnaker Croft Pioneer is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Horage Lensman 2.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Horage Lensman 2 or the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

The Horage Lensman 2 carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer.

What movement does the Horage Lensman 2 run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Horage Lensman 2 uses the Horage K2 and the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

Horage Lensman 2vsSpinnaker Croft Pioneer

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Horage Lensman 2

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MSRP $6,100

Spinnaker Croft Pioneer

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MSRP $199

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Lensman 239mm

Croft Pioneer42mm

Power Reserve

Lensman 272h

Croft Pioneer40h

Water Resistance

Lensman 250m

Croft Pioneer100m

MSRP

Lensman 2$6,100

Croft Pioneer$199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Grey

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Horage K2

SII NH35A

Power Reserve

72h

40h

Complications

Exposure Calculator

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$6,100

$199

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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.

Monochrome

Fratello

Time + Tide

Spinnaker Croft Pioneer

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer for its detailed workmanship and attractive dial tones that appear distinct in sunlight, with one owner reporting excellent timekeeping of zero gain or loss over two days. However, some owners report the watch keeping poor time, losing five minutes in a day, and find the crown difficult to spin. The leather strap is also noted as rigid. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer highly for its unique aventurine dial and wrist presence at the $130 price point.

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