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Lorier AstravsMKII Hellion

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What people say

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Lorier Astra

The Lorier Astra is praised for its outstanding details and design language, hitting a "dressy sports watch" vibe with a beautiful sector dial and lume. Owners note its versatile, do-it-all design with classic proportions and refined details like beveled markers, making it suitable for both formal and casual wear. The watch wears slightly larger than its 36mm case suggests, closer to 38mm, with lugs that taper and curve downward to fit well on smaller wrists. However, the bracelet feels a bit light, some screws are difficult to remove, and the Miyota movement can gain around 8 seconds in 12 hours with potentially offset date numerals. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Astra highly for its dressy sports watch aesthetic and refined details at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's versatile dial and comfortable 36mm sizing are consistently praised. Lume brightness is noted as a potential weakness. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

MKII Hellion

The MKII Hellion is widely praised for its immaculate fit and finish, with a mirror-polished case that bridges field and dress styles. Owners appreciate its vintage-inspired lug design and the satisfying heft that balances classic appeal. The large crown is a noted feature, adding a masculine touch to the refined design. One owner questions if the price aligns with the specifications. Overall, owners rate the MKII Hellion highly for its exceptional finishing and versatile, refined design at the price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Astra36mm
Hellion39mm
Power Reserve
Astra
Hellion
Water Resistance
Astra50m
Hellion100m
MSRP
Astra$599
Hellion$649

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
13.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Black
Lume
None
SuperLuminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH38
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$649
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