Horage - History, Models and Owners' Reviews

Horage and 2007. Established in Biel (Switzerland) by founders Andreas Felsl and Tzuyu Huang, the brand was built on a straightforward idea: make high-precision engineering more attainable by developing in-house calibres (K1, K2, K-TOU, K-TMR) and keeping design, industrialization and the owner relationship under one roof. Horage addresses discerning enthusiasts who value legibility, certified reliability (COSC on multiple movements) and a contemporary aesthetic—from integrated sport-chic to tourbillon—while putting daily use at the center of the proposition.

From technical independence to the “K school” (K1, K2, K-TOU, K-TMR)

From the outset, the brand chose the demanding route of movement development with K1 (modular automatic, 65-hour reserve, silicon escapement), then K2 (ultra-thin micro-rotor, 72-hour reserve), before tackling the tourbillon (K-TOU) and the micro-rotor + tourbillon combo (K-TMR); this steady progression sums up a pragmatic engineering mindset that favors repeatable performance over showroom fireworks.

Contemporary visual language: sober tool-watch, controlled integration

Cases prioritize wearable proportions, crisp edges, brushed/polished contrasts and high-contrast dials with confident typography; hands and markers get careful luminous execution, bezels are purpose-driven (diving, timing, photography) and bracelets range from integrated links to rubber/titanium options, all within a design approach where readability takes precedence over ornament.

Range map: Supersede, Autark, Lensman, Omnium

To navigate the lineup, think in use cases: daily tool, integrated sport-chic, travel (GMT) or accessible high complication; each family embodies a facet of the “K school” and brings its own mix of dials, materials and straps, with regular series and limited iterations that anchor identity while leaving room to experiment.

• Horage Supersede — Integrated sport-chic powered by the K2 micro-rotor (three-day reserve), serious water resistance and chronometer-grade precision; designed for versatile daily wear and travel.
• Horage Autark — The modern tool archetype (three-hand/date or variants) around K1, with robust construction, clean dials and understated comfort.
• Horage Lensman — Photography-themed: flying tourbillon, titanium case, optics-inspired cues (cyclops, scales) and executions that exhibit the movement.
• Horage Omnium — The brand’s early contemporary foray, now referenced as a foundational milestone.

Engines of the house: modularity, silicon and the micro-rotor

Horage K1 delivers modular architecture (big/small date, central or small seconds, power reserve) within a controlled footprint, while Horage K2 adopts a micro-rotor (gold-plated tungsten) to gain thinness without sacrificing autonomy; on the high-complication front, Horage K-TOU (flying tourbillon) and Horage K-TMR (micro-rotor + tourbillon with a titanium cage) reflect a rational take on the tourbillon, with chronometer-tolerance regulation, silicon components and a pursuit of practical efficiency.

Positioning, pricing, distribution: a conscious gateway to engineering

Pricing spans “accessible-to-mid” for three-hand/micro-rotor pieces and an “attainable high-complication” tier for tourbillons, with a primarily direct model (official platform, concierge appointments); this setup reduces intermediaries, keeps the promise in check and offers unusual technical transparency for the category.

Selection advice: start with use, choose the engine, never skip fit

Define the dominant scenario (desk/travel/sport, need for GMT, preference for complication), then pick the movement accordingly (K1 for modular daily versatility, K2 for thin chronometer-capable micro-rotor, K-TOU/K-TMR for the tourbillon experience); confirm size (diameter, thickness, lug-to-lug) and strap for comfort, keeping as a guiding principle that the best watch is the one you forget on the wrist.

Use-case snapshots: quick reads by profile

For sleeve-friendly daily wear, Horage Supersede maximizes thinness and autonomy with a certifiable micro-rotor; for functional purity and modularity, Horage Autark captures the brand’s “tool” DNA; for a bridge between visual culture and high complication, Horage Lensman stages the tourbillon within a lightweight titanium case; this overview helps frame a decision in which the movement’s substance serves the real-world brief.

Conclusion

Horage caters to enthusiasts seeking contemporary watches born from a coherent engineering project, with movements designed for longevity, certifiability and real-world use. The “K school” offers clear answers: K1 for modular daily utility, K2 for micro-rotor thinness, K-TOU/K-TMR for rational high complication. To decide, start from your wearing scenario, choose the movement architecture that best fits it, then validate ergonomics and legibility. To check your shortlist against reality, rely on user feedback and Dialicious customer reviews to assess comfort, precision and service over time.

(Updated September 2025)