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Lorier · Hydra SIII Zulu

Lorier Hydra SIII Zulu

$599Historical price (2025-05-25)Stock unknown
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Case

Diameter
41mm
Thickness
14.6mm
Lug-to-lug
46mm
Lug width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
200m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Hesalite
Lume
Super-LumiNova

Movement

Caliber
Miyota 9075
Type
Automatic
Complications
GMT

Miyota

Miyota's GMT complication caliber built on the 90-series platform, featuring an independently adjustable 24-hour hand for tracking a second time zone. At 28 jewels it has the highest jewel count in the Miyota automatic lineup. The 5.67mm height accommodates the additional GMT wheel train, and the true GMT function with jumping local hour hand makes it a compelling alternative to Swiss GMT movements at a fraction of the cost.

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The Lorier Hydra SIII Zulu is widely praised for its striking design and value, offering flyer GMT functionality via the Miyota 9075 movement for $599. Owners appreciate its retro aesthetic, with the domed Hesalite crystal and two-color lume contributing to good legibility and a vintage vibe. The 41mm case wears smaller due to its 46mm lug-to-lug distance, making it comfortable for many wrists. However, some find the finishing "a tad rough around the edges" and the dial busy, with one owner returning it due to its weight and crowded subdial. The Hesalite crystal, while minimizing reflections and offering a vintage look, is prone to scratching, though a polishing kit is included. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hydra SIII Zulu highly for its compelling blend of vintage design, modern GMT functionality, and accessible price.

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