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Horage Lensman 2vsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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Lensman 2
HorageLensman 2
MSRP $6,100
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lensman 239mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
Lensman 272h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Lensman 250m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
Lensman 2$6,100
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Thickness
9.98mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
No
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Horage K2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Complications
Exposure Calculator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$239

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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.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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