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Hemel HFT20vsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
HFT20$450
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Coral

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$450

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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