Hemel HFC Mechanical ChronographvsYema Rallygraf Meca-Quartz II

The Hemel HFC Mechanical Chronograph is praised for its 40mm case size, curved sapphire crystal, and lumed ceramic bezel with 12-hour markers. Owners and reviewers highlight its 100m water resistance and the horological significance of its Seagull ST19 manual-winding movement, particularly at its price point, with some appreciating the exhibition caseback. One owner expressed concern regarding the ST19 movement's reliability. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hemel HFC Mechanical Chronograph highly for its vintage pilot's watch aesthetic combined with modern utility and value.

Owners widely praise the Yema Rallygraf Meca-Quartz II for its cool retro 70s vibe and car dashboard styling, with its faithful reissue of a small, thin vintage design and tactile pushers noted as strengths, especially considering its price point. The Milanese strap is described as top-notch, and the watch has a substantial, weighty feel that wears smaller than expected, with well-aligned indices and no play in the movement when setting the time. However, some find the meca-quartz ticking not very smooth, the left subdial a "useless" 24h indicator, and the watch overpriced compared to similar models. Owners are split on Yema's quality control, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing or hearing about crooked indices, dial rotation when pushers are depressed or time is set, and a fixed strap loop that limits adjustment. Yema's customer service and communication regarding shipping and strap availability are also criticized by some owners.