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Horage Lensman 2vsNOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 date

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Lensman 2
HorageLensman 2
MSRP $6,100
Metro 38 date
NOMOS GlashütteMetro 38 date
MSRP $3,740

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lensman 239mm
Metro 38 date38.5mm
Power Reserve
Lensman 272h
Metro 38 date52 hoursh
Water Resistance
Lensman 250m
Metro 38 date50m
MSRP
Lensman 2$6,100
Metro 38 date$3,740

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
39mm
38.5mm
Thickness
9.98mm
7.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
45.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
No
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Horage K2
DUW 4601
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
72h
52 hoursh
Jewels
25
23
Complications
Exposure Calculator
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$3,740

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 date

The NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 date is widely praised for its high-quality stainless steel case, beautifully executed dial with a subtle slope and matte/metallic finish, and a well-integrated date window. Owners and reviewers consistently commend its design, finishing, comfort, and accuracy, with one report of +2 seconds per day. However, legibility is a mixed point, as some find the thin silver hands difficult to read against the grey dial in certain light, while others report no issues. The dial's shininess and the crystal's curvature are noted distractions, and the hour and minute hands are perilously close in length. The stock strap was too large for one reviewer's wrist. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 date highly for its refined design and excellent finishing at its price point.

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