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Hemel HFT20vsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
Presage Cocktail Time
SeikoPresage Cocktail Time
MSRP $595

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Presage Cocktail Time40.5mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Presage Cocktail Time41h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Presage Cocktail Time50m
MSRP
HFT20$450
Presage Cocktail Time$595

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
4R57
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
29

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$595

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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 Cocktail Time

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time is widely praised for its visually stunning dials and exceptional value, appearing more expensive than its price point. Owners highlight the dial, indices, hands, and crown as particularly well-executed. However, some owners note the absence of a sapphire crystal and the potential for quality control issues. One owner describes the case as large, round, and uninspired. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its attractive dial designs and strong value proposition.

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