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Hemel HFT20 — GMT Bezel 42mm
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Hemel HFT20

Ref. HF4
ChronographMicrobrand

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

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Case
42mm
Power Reserve
—
Movement
Quartz
Water Resistance
100m
Crystal
Sapphire
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Case Dimensions

Diameter42mm
Thickness—
Lug-to-Lug49mm
Lug Width20mm
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Case Build

Material316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance100m
03

Crystal & Dial

CrystalSapphire
Dial ColorGMT Bezel 42mm
04

Movement

Caliber
Seiko VK64
TypeQuartz
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve—
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
05

Design Language

Dial styleMatte
Sub-dials2
BezelFixed
Bracelet / strapLeather strap
HandsBaton
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