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Hemel HFT20vsSugess Heritage S455

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
Heritage S455
SugessHeritage S455
MSRP $449

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Heritage S45540mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Heritage S45535h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Heritage S4555m
MSRP
HFT20$450
Heritage S455$449

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
8.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44.9mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
100m
5m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
S455 Black

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
ST2130
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
35h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$449

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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.

Sugess Heritage S455

Owners appreciate the Sugess Heritage S455's classic, clean dial protected by a sapphire crystal. One owner suggests removing the fake blue jewel on the crown. On balance, owners value the Sugess Heritage S455 for its clean dial design.

From video reviewers

The Sugess Heritage S455 has a smooth and precise bezel action. The watch's value at the price point is a notable strength, with a fully functioning tourbillon typically found in high-end watches. However, the watch has a relatively weak lume brightness.

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