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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMTvsLorier Hyperion SII

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Airman Vintage The Chief GMT
GlycineAirman Vintage The Chief GMT
MSRP $2,900
Hyperion SII
LorierHyperion SII
MSRP $699

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT40mm
Hyperion SII39mm
Power Reserve
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT48h
Hyperion SII40h
Water Resistance
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT30m
Hyperion SII200m
MSRP
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT$2,900
Hyperion SII$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12.25mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
White
Blue
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,900
$699

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical significance and homage to the 1953 original. However, one owner notes criticism regarding the main hour hand being a 12-hour hand on a 24-hour dial, which hinders its intended use and compromises the bezel's functionality, leading to a return. On balance, owners value the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical connection, though a functional critique exists regarding its hour hand implementation.

Lorier Hyperion SII

Owners widely praise the Lorier Hyperion SII for its vintage aesthetic, glossy black dial, and tasteful text. One owner notes the Miyota 9075 movement and calls it the best GMT under $800. Criticisms include a small GMT hand that is difficult to spot, and one user found the winding action not smooth with significant crown resistance. Overall, owners rate the Lorier Hyperion SII highly for its vintage aesthetic and value.

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