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Lorier Hydra SIIIvsSchofield B3

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Hydra SIII
LorierHydra SIII
MSRP $699
B3
SchofieldB3

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hydra SIII39mm
B344mm
Power Reserve
Hydra SIII40h
B342h
Water Resistance
Hydra SIII200m
B3200m
MSRP
Hydra SIII$699
B3

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
39mm
44mm
Thickness
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699

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What people say

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Lorier Hydra SIII

Owners and reviewers praise the Lorier Hydra SIII for its value, GMT functionality via the Miyota 9075 movement, and classic travel-diver aesthetics. Some reviewers note the finishing is simple or a tad rough around the edges, while others find it good for the price. Accuracy figures range from +7 to +8.5 seconds per day. The domed Hesalite crystal may exhibit distortion. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hydra SIII highly for its feature set and value proposition in a travel-diver format.

Schofield B3

The Schofield B3 is widely praised for its exceptional packaging and the unique character of its pre-patinated bronze case, which reviewers found imbues the watch with warmth. Owners highlight its comfortable wearability, attributing it to a flat case back that mitigates its 44mm size, and the striking petrol blue and gold dial. One owner notes the winding action of the steel crown as a minor point of contention. The value proposition is debated within the community, with some questioning the inclusion of a Seiko NH34 movement at its price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Schofield B3 highly for its distinctive case patina and thoughtful design details.

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