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Hemel HFT20vsOrient AA08 Diver Watch

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
AA08 Diver Watch
OrientAA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $390

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
HFT20$450
AA08 Diver Watch$390

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
F6922
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$390

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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.

Orient AA08 Diver Watch

Owners view the Orient AA08 Diver Watch as a capable weekend and vacation timepiece, with confidence in its availability through gray market sellers. The watch is noted for its pleasing wrist presence. On balance, owners find the Orient AA08 Diver Watch to be a satisfying choice for casual wear.

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