Independent Watchmakers · 2023-01-23
Horage’s Lensman 1 puts a photographer’s loupe over its tourbillon
Camera-inspired case details accompany a five-day hand-wound movement.
By Chronolume digest · Original English summary · Based on MONOCHROME

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What to know
The Lensman 1 translates familiar camera details into a watch without adding a decorative camera to the dial. Its bezel resembles a focusing ring, aperture-style numbers run along the caseband, and an oversized magnifier highlights the flying tourbillon. A textured black strap recalls a camera’s grip.
The 41mm grade 5 titanium case houses Horage’s hand-wound K-TOU calibre, with silicon escapement components and a 120-hour reserve. The one-minute tourbillon also provides a seconds indication through a coloured screw on its cage. January 2023 coverage documented the physical watch shown here. This profile preserves that original date rather than suggesting a new launch.

At a glance
| model | Lensman 1 Tourbillon |
|---|---|
| case | 41 × 10.3mm grade 5 titanium |
| movement | K-TOU manual winding, flying tourbillon |
| powerReserve | 120 hours |
| waterResistance | 100 metres |