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Hemel HFT20vsLorier Hyperion SII

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
Hyperion SII
LorierHyperion SII
MSRP $699

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Hyperion SII39mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Hyperion SII40h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Hyperion SII200m
MSRP
HFT20$450
Hyperion SII$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$699

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What people say

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Hemel HFT20

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

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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