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MKII HellionvsGalo Novo Cruisin

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Hellion
MKIIHellion
MSRP $649
Novo Cruisin
GaloNovo Cruisin
MSRP $488
What people say

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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.

Galo Novo Cruisin

Owners widely praise the Galo Novo Cruisin's attractive specs and price, with many calling it a perfect summer watch and appreciating its clean, refreshing, and beautiful design. The bronze case variant features "killer lume" that glows blue-green and looks great in the sun, and the watch is comfortable enough for constant wear. However, owners are split on the 38mm/39mm sizing, with some finding it too small and others preferring sub-40mm cases. Significant frustration exists regarding Galo's communication, with owners citing rolling delays, a perceived lack of transparency, and misleading timelines, leading to a negative customer service impression and some considering order cancellations. One owner noted their crown does not screw in. Overall, owners rate the Galo Novo Cruisin highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite significant concerns about production communication and transparency.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hellion39mm
Novo Cruisin39mm
Power Reserve
Hellion
Novo Cruisin42h
Water Resistance
Hellion100m
Novo Cruisin100m
MSRP
Hellion$649
Novo Cruisin$488

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Thickness
13.55mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
46.5mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Layered applied sector dial with contrasting textured and lacquered finishes
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Cream
Texture
Layered sector dial
Indices
Applied
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH38
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
42h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$649
$488
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