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Ikepod SeaslugvsHemel HFT20

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Seaslug
IkepodSeaslug
MSRP $540
HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seaslug40mm
HFT2042mm
Power Reserve
Seaslug40h
HFT2040h
Water Resistance
Seaslug100m
HFT20100m
MSRP
Seaslug$540
HFT20$450

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$450

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What people say

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Ikepod Seaslug

Owners note the Ikepod Seaslug's proprietary lugless straps are limited to black, green, and orange silicone, with metal bracelets being rare and expensive. One enthusiast suggests a reissue should increase water resistance to at least 200M for improved dive functionality. On balance, owners find the Ikepod Seaslug's strap options and water resistance to be areas for potential improvement.

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.

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