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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 and reviewers widely praise the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona for its gorgeous appearance, superior accuracy, and finer finishing compared to alternatives, with many finding its 40mm case size and well-engineered bracelet with adjustable clasp to be comfortable and wearable. Some owners, however, question its value at current market prices, with one reviewer noting the retail price is steep for a chronograph, and another finding the sub-dial placement slightly off. One owner finds the screw-down pushers require unscrewing to use. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its refined finishing and comfortable wearability, despite some concerns about its market value.

From video reviewers

The 18 ct yellow gold case and striking turquoise blue dial are key strengths. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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$42,700

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
18 kt yellow gold
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
$42,700
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