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Lorier Hyperion SIIvsTimefactors PRS-29A

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Hyperion SII
LorierHyperion SII
MSRP $699
PRS-29A
TimefactorsPRS-29A
MSRP $544
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

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.

Timefactors PRS-29A

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-29A for its excellent value, faithful reissue design, and compact 36mm case. The manual-wind ETA 2801-2 movement, 100m water resistance, and anti-magnetic properties are frequently highlighted as functional strengths, making it a popular grab-and-go or travel watch. Some owners note the shiny hands can blend into the dial, and one owner reports accuracy around +5 seconds per day. A desire for a screw-down crown for enhanced water resistance and poor lume are also mentioned. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-29A highly for its historical accuracy and robust build at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hyperion SII39mm
PRS-29A36mm
Power Reserve
Hyperion SII40h
PRS-29A
Water Resistance
Hyperion SII200m
PRS-29A100m
MSRP
Hyperion SII$699
PRS-29A$544

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
SuperLuminova C3

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2801-2
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$544
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