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Lorier Hyperion SIIvsSeiko 5KX

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Hyperion SII
LorierHyperion SII
MSRP $699
5KX
Seiko5KX
MSRP $350

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hyperion SII39mm
5KX42.5mm
Power Reserve
Hyperion SII40h
5KX41h
Water Resistance
Hyperion SII200m
5KX100m
MSRP
Hyperion SII$699
5KX$350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42.5mm
Thickness
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
4R36
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$350

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What people say

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Lorier Hyperion SII

Owners widely praise the Lorier Hyperion SII for its vintage aesthetic, glossy black dial, and tasteful text. One owner notes the Miyota 9075 movement and calls it the best GMT under $800. Criticisms include a small GMT hand that is difficult to spot, and one user found the winding action not smooth with significant crown resistance. Overall, owners rate the Lorier Hyperion SII highly for its vintage aesthetic and value.

Seiko 5KX

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series for its strong lume and comfortable wearability, with many noting its compact feel due to a short lug-to-lug length. The NH36 movement's accuracy varies, with typical performance between +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, though some report better. A lack of screw-down crown and ISO certification are noted drawbacks for its water resistance. Some owners find the bracelet to be of cheaper construction with hollow links, and a few have reported quality control issues. The consensus is that the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series offers good value for its price, appealing to those who appreciate its tool-like nature and iconic lineage.

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