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Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPHvsRolex Cosmograph Daytona

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Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH

The Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH is praised for its well-made construction and vintage-inspired aesthetic, featuring a 37mm case, a balanced three-register dial, and a quality bracelet and clasp suitable for daily wear. It includes a manual-wind Sellita SW510M movement with a 63-hour power reserve and offers 100 meters of water resistance in a thin package. Reviewers note a unique grooved bi-directional bezel, which is described as an atypical but potentially divisive choice for a chronograph. On balance, reviewers find the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH to be a well-made watch that successfully blends vintage charm with contemporary design.

From video reviewers

The Lorca Model No.2 Chronograph features a notable guilloché bezel that adds vintage flair to its design. The watch is powered by a Swiss Sellita SW510M manual movement, offering 63 hours of power reserve. A potential drawback is the relatively small 37mm size.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Owners widely praise the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona for its exceptional proportions and comfort on the wrist, with many finding its 40mm case and bracelet to be perfectly balanced and wearable. Reviewers note a tweaked dial for improved legibility and a new ceramic bezel with a steel ring on the ref. 126500. However, some owners find the watch underwhelming in person and criticize the sub-dial placement, screw-down pushers, and high market value, with one reviewer finding the retail price steep compared to other iconic chronographs. Accuracy figures vary, with some owners reporting superior accuracy and others noting a range from +1/+2 to about -6 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its wearability and refined finishing, despite some reservations about its value proposition.

From video reviewers

The 18k yellow gold case and Cerachrom bezel are frequently cited strengths. The Oysterflex bracelet also received multiple mentions.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH37mm
Cosmograph Daytona40mm
Power Reserve
MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH40h
Cosmograph Daytona72h
Water Resistance
MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH510m
Cosmograph Daytona100m
MSRP
MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH$2,750
Cosmograph Daytona$16,900

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Oystersteel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
510m
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Turquoise
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
4131
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
47
Complications
GMT, Chronograph
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,750
$16,900
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