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Hemel HFT20vsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
HFT20$450
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
41mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Miyota 2070/2170

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$218

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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