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Hemel HFT20vsLorier Zephyr

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Zephyr36mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Zephyr40h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Zephyr
MSRP
HFT20$450
Zephyr$549

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$549

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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 Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its stunning guilloche-style dial, refined and perfectly sized unique case shape, and comfortable wearability. The Miyota 9 series movement is noted by owners as being a little noisy, with a rotor whirring audible on quick hand movements. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its distinctive dial and case design at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

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