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Horage Lensman 2vsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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Lensman 2
HorageLensman 2
MSRP $6,100
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lensman 239mm
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
Lensman 272h
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME40h
Water Resistance
Lensman 250m
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
Lensman 2$6,100
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME$5,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Thickness
9.98mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
No
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Anthracite
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Horage K2
L844.4
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Complications
Exposure Calculator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$5,200

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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.

LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its superb finishing, smooth crown action, and mesmerizing ceramic bezel, with many noting its premium pilot/sporty design and unique dial details. The movement is consistently lauded for its extreme accuracy, running at 0 to +1 second per day, and the watch is considered to offer remarkable value that punches above its price point. However, the bracelet is criticized by multiple sources for its push-pin adjustment and limited micro-adjustment holes, and the 42mm case size with a 49.3mm lug-to-lug is noted as potentially large for smaller wrists, though some users express a preference for the 39mm size. One owner reported their movement failed within the first year and found setting the date a "nightmare," while another owner notes minor criticisms like the date window being slightly off-center. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its impressive finishing and accuracy at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 39mm case size is a significant strength, addressing previous concerns about thickness. The value proposition within the GMT market is also a shared positive point. No consensus on weaknesses was reached.

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