Lorier Hydra SIIIvsLorier Hyperion SII

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Lorier Hydra SIII at true scale

Hydra SIII

Lorier Hyperion SII at true scale

Hyperion SII

Diameter

39mm

39mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$699

$699

Movement

Automatic

Automatic

Case

1 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Lorier Hydra SIII

Owners praise the Lorier Hydra SIII as an excellent daily and travel watch, appreciating its vintage-inspired aesthetics and GADA capabilities. Reviewers note its smooth bezel action and well-executed crown, with one owner finding the winding action buttery. Accuracy figures from owners and reviewers range from +7 to +8.5 seconds per day. The domed Hesalite crystal's distortion may not appeal to all, and some find the finishing a tad rough around the edges, though it is considered good for the price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hydra SIII highly for its value and travel-ready feature set.

From video reviewers

The watch is praised for its vintage-inspired design and competitive pricing. Reviewers noted the attractive dial and hands. No shared weakness was identified.

Lorier Hyperion SII

Owners widely praise the Lorier Hyperion SII for its vintage aesthetic, with specific mentions of the glossy black dial and tasteful text. The finishing on the case is also highlighted as excellent, and the bracelet is found to be comfortable. One owner notes the Miyota 9075 movement as a standout feature for a GMT watch under $800. However, drawbacks include the Hesalite crystal, which can warp the view at the dial's edge and scratches easily, and the GMT hand is described as small and difficult to spot. One user also reported the winding action as not smooth with significant crown resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hyperion SII highly for its vintage charm and value, particularly for its GMT functionality and case finishing.

From video reviewers

The GMT functionality is a key strength. The Miyota 9075 movement's 42-hour power reserve is a drawback. Reviewers disagreed on the value proposition at the price point.

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