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Hemel HFT20vsSeiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

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At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition35mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition50m
MSRP
HFT20$450
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition$1,900

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
35mm
Thickness
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
37mm
Lug Width
20mm
11mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
6R51
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$1,900

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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.

Seiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition features a white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and gold leaf hands, evoking early 20th-century designs. It is powered by the 72-hour calibre 6R51. Overall, owners view the Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition as a meaningful family heirloom.

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