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Vaer SwissvsMKII Hellion

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What people say

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Vaer Swiss

Vaer Swiss owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing, featuring alternating polished and brushed chamfered edges and lugs that curve to hug the wrist. Reviewers note the attractive design with twisted lugs, a double-domed sapphire crystal with internal AR coating, and a visually appealing Swiss movement. Some owners report the date changes slightly before midnight, the packaging is basic, and a canvas strap was of poor quality, with customer service response being slow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer Swiss highly for its attractive design and case finishing at the price.

MKII Hellion

The MKII Hellion is widely praised for its immaculate fit and finish, with a mirror-polished case that bridges field and dress styles. Owners appreciate its vintage-inspired lug design and the satisfying heft that balances classic appeal. The large crown is a noted feature, adding a masculine touch to the refined design. One owner questions if the price aligns with the specifications. Overall, owners rate the MKII Hellion highly for its exceptional finishing and versatile, refined design at the price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Swiss36mm
Hellion39mm
Power Reserve
Swiss
Hellion
Water Resistance
Swiss100m
Hellion100m
MSRP
Swiss$1,099
Hellion$649

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
9.4mm
13.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Swiss
Black
Lume
None
SuperLuminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Seiko NH38
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
$649
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