Lorier Hyperion Review: A Great GMT That’s Not For Me

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  • Опубликовано: 20 окт 2024

Комментарии • 104

  • @matthewdavis8199
    @matthewdavis8199 3 года назад +30

    Man, you couldn't have been more thorough. You covered it all. Anyone considering this model should watch this review. Fantastic!

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      Thanks Matthew!! Always appreciate you watching 🙂

    • @mccloudmungofa7431
      @mccloudmungofa7431 2 года назад

      Yup just discovered your channel. Ive watched a lot of reviews, some from the youtube watch greats but somehow your reviews tell me exactly the things i want to know about a watch. Keep it up. Enjoyed your sealander GMT review too

  • @thewatchguyinc.7429
    @thewatchguyinc.7429 3 года назад +10

    I think this is one of the top 5 best looking GMTs out there. Love the bracelet. I own 3 Lorier and it’s very comfortable. Great watches. The price is very fair for a Swiss movement GMT.

    • @surinder4430
      @surinder4430 10 месяцев назад

      Swiss movement? I thought it has a Miyota 9075, which is Japanese

  • @UnseenHero
    @UnseenHero 3 года назад +3

    Great conclusive review! Best review about the Lorier Hyperion GMT! I also like changing straps often so the lug hole distance is quite far. Despite the cons I think I'd still buy it, however my enthusiasm dropped a little bit as you did bring up some valid points!
    I wish I could find this watch for $600 on the used market, seems like, for the instance anyway, they are holding their value pretty well!

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Thank you very much! It s a great watch no doubt but as with every watch, there are some flaws. Ya I think once some more hit the market the price will drop a little kore but you know classic supply demand type thing.

  • @Jason-hv4eu
    @Jason-hv4eu Год назад +1

    Good and honest review! My first and only Lorier was and still is the Neptune series IV. I am contemplating a purchase of the soon to be released Hyperion series II. I prefer a bracelet on my watch most of the time. The lug gap issue was addressed on the Neptune IV and Hyperion II. The bracelet taper is the same, which, I do not mind. I am also ok with the mix of lume. Keep the great content coming! I enjoy your channel😊

    • @Not-a-bot222
      @Not-a-bot222 Год назад

      I have the series 1 and absolutely love it. If you secure a series 2 i am sure you will love it. To be honest mine looks incredible on NATOs and single pass straps. Lorier nailed this design!

  • @julianmd701
    @julianmd701 3 года назад +2

    Great review. I was so close to pulling the trigger on this. But then I saw the gap it has on other straps. Thanks again

  • @mcparka9722
    @mcparka9722 3 года назад +2

    First video I see from your channel and I am surprised with how you covered every point, very cool video and very cool watch in my opinion.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the video. A cool watch no doubt!

  • @pchatterjee4150
    @pchatterjee4150 3 года назад +2

    Very good review! You touched on all the points, the pros and cons. For me the lume is a big spoiler but given that I like the fit, finish and proportions I may just overlook it.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      It is a great watch but there was just enough for me to not want to keep it. Plenty will be happy with it though!

  • @the_9ent
    @the_9ent 3 года назад +18

    Despite it’s faults this is possibly the best looking GMT on the market. Hopefully a V2 will come out in a year’s time addressing the issues mentioned.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      Agreed! I look forward to the v2

    • @Not-a-bot222
      @Not-a-bot222 Год назад

      V2 is out for what it’s worth fellas. Later this year it will be powered by the new 9075 miyota traveler GMT

  • @phil5611
    @phil5611 3 года назад +1

    That you for this public service announcement. Nice looking watch with cool design language but once you get under the hood (movement runs 18 seconds fast per day, rough finishing on hands and dial, crap clasp) plus your other comments means this watch is not for me either! It reminds me of an old saying - - all show and no go! I love that you model different straps like you do. Keep it up.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  2 года назад

      Thank you for watching, it is unfortunate this watch didn’t quite live up to the hype but it’s nonetheless a cool offering from the brand

  • @robcameron9351
    @robcameron9351 2 года назад +1

    I think the vintage look is super cool. If that’s what you’re looking for you can’t go wrong. I’ll go with the CW Sealander, though.

  • @geoffreysmith4618
    @geoffreysmith4618 3 года назад +2

    Great review! I had the Lorier Neptune III where the clasp did the exact same thing. So I do not think it is a fluke, but rather a bit of design flaw. They should fix it. Not a deal breaker, but it does take a firm push to lock the clasp.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      Unfortunate to hear. I’ve had 3 other Lorier’s before this and none of them had that issue so may be a new thing.

  • @leyay7540
    @leyay7540 3 года назад +2

    Regarding aggressively tapered bracelet, I have the same feeling when I checked the latest Moonwatch. Not only looks a bit dramatic, I also worry the continuation of the bracelet contour if I need to remove too many links for my small wrist.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      True I hate when the taper gets ruined by sizing the watch. Shouldn’t be a problem here because there are so many links but still good point

  • @jeremykeller6184
    @jeremykeller6184 3 года назад +5

    That Ox blood NATO looked amazing!

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Thanks! That nato alone almost made me want to keep the watch haha

  • @morpeh_btw
    @morpeh_btw 16 дней назад

    Thanks for the review. What's your wrist size?

  • @michaelfierman3256
    @michaelfierman3256 3 года назад +2

    Well how many guys at the gym have you seen with a huge chest and arms and skinny legs? Too many. Great review, thorough as always. I can’t un-see the crummy hands, but I guess $800 doesn’t get what it used to. I think the blue with the green looks cool, or I guess I would have thought that until you showed how the C3 looked on the bezel. Attention to detail ! That’s why we come here

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Haha yes too many guys. I was a little surprised by the hand quality. I believe Lorier’s I looked at in the past were finished better so again my example may have just been one of the worst out there. Ya the c3 bgw9 works in theory but in practice it just looks a little off. Thanks for watching as always Michael! 🙏🏻

  • @davidmichienzi101
    @davidmichienzi101 3 года назад

    Hello Sir, I'm Dave and you? I'm really enjoying your reviews, You are honest and truthful😊👍

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      Much appreciated Dave glad you are enjoying the content. My name is Xavier.

    • @davidmichienzi101
      @davidmichienzi101 3 года назад

      @@theknightswatch 👍

  • @lowersaxon
    @lowersaxon 3 года назад +1

    Agreed 100%. But +18 spd I find unacceptable.

  • @amirabousadi5366
    @amirabousadi5366 3 года назад +2

    Apparently, all Hyperions have the same clasp issue. mine is the same. the way I got around it was shoving a half-millimeter plexiglass underneath the clasp and it's much better now

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      Unfortunate to hear. I mean it is a crazy price all things considered but god you found a way around your problem!

    • @amirabousadi5366
      @amirabousadi5366 3 года назад

      @@theknightswatch I did send an email to Lorier after I sent this comment asking if they could do anything about it.
      Lauren replied in a matter of hours and offered to send a new clasp right away. Honestly the costumer service is absolutely perfect!

  • @glockman9c
    @glockman9c 2 года назад

    I am fond of this watch in silver.
    Wish there were no date and black date wheel versions.
    I bet it would look wonderful on tan leather!
    They should make some solid end link strap options like a Daytona.

  • @glockman9c
    @glockman9c 2 года назад +2

    Why would 48 click bezel for 24 hours be odd when a 60 minute dive watch is 60 or 120 click?
    The bezel is two different colors for a reason, but I am sure you know that.
    The two different lumes were done for a reason, the GMT hand is same as bezel lume. I assume you know that too.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  2 года назад

      Just odd in the sense I don’t think I’ve ever seen that before. And I can appreciate the fact it was don’t for a reason but I don’t really think many are going to be using the gmt for it’s intended function. So instead of letting ideas of functionality ruin aesthetics, make the watch look good first. Just my opinion.

    • @glockman9c
      @glockman9c 2 года назад

      @@theknightswatch - I understand. If everyone liked the same thing, there would not be much to chose from...

  • @funkymonk3487
    @funkymonk3487 3 года назад +3

    The Tudor Pepsi GMT has some competition now! Thanks for the review

  • @michaelfierman3256
    @michaelfierman3256 3 года назад +1

    I love a review with a diss in the title. I guess I’ll find out why it’s not for me either

  • @mhroe
    @mhroe 2 года назад

    Got one, absolutely love it. Still appreciated your review, which I watched before purchase. The oxblood leather NATO is out of stock though 😭😭.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  2 года назад

      Glad you hear you like it, sorry about the nato haha it was such a perfect pairing. Hopefully you can find something similar

  • @mrdisco99
    @mrdisco99 3 года назад +1

    I actually really like the tapered bracelet. The watch is only 39mm. Straight straps make it look small.
    About the clasp... mine seemed a bit insecure as well at first, but eventually it settled in. Could be partly due to having discovered late some stickers on the arms of the clasp.
    About the lume... BGW9 is not as strong as C3. Story goes one of their prototypes was all BGW9 and they just couldn't apply enough on the bezel to make it work. They switched to C3 to make it visible.
    Don't know where you're seeing them for $650 used. They're going for way more than that on eBay. Lorier is out of stock, so the used market rules for these right now.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Fair points. I guess I care a little more about the look rather than the function of the watch. I’ve never once in my life used the lume on my watch or wish my watch had more of it.
      As for the pricing they’ll come down to there. I bought mine for 650 and sold it for 650 off of Reddit. I usually don’t buy off ebay because everyone has to increase their price to cover the seller fees.

  • @MrBacchus18
    @MrBacchus18 3 года назад +2

    My neptune's clasp does that too from time to time. I really like the taper however.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Unfortunate! Good watch nonetheless

    • @bigjeo123
      @bigjeo123 3 года назад

      My Netptunes clasp does the same, I was quite disappointed to figure it out. Really not a big deal once you learn how to click it in right but still annoying.

  • @NLShiftyX
    @NLShiftyX 3 года назад +1

    Nice vid, I agree with the cons but the bracelet did grow on me. I also have the same issue with the clasp though...

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Thanks and very interesting maybe the bracelet does have a slight qc issue.

  • @trappedindc8678
    @trappedindc8678 Год назад

    So 2 years later and Lorier has addressed all your concerns except the lime colors. My Hyperion Skyward will be here Wednesday

  • @subsilkdj
    @subsilkdj 3 года назад

    Really great review, spot on with the details - subbed.

  • @hjander
    @hjander Год назад

    That lug gap is a deal breaker. Thanks!

  • @patrickhartmann1540
    @patrickhartmann1540 Год назад

    Hyperion II coming out this month. New bracelet, traveler GMT, 2mm thicker (12.6 vs 10.6) reduced lug to lug.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  Год назад +1

      Personally don’t like it aesthetically as much but nice to see them doing something different

    • @patrickhartmann1540
      @patrickhartmann1540 Год назад

      @@theknightswatch Any favorites featuring the Myota 9075?

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  Год назад +1

      @@patrickhartmann1540 to be fair it’s one of the only of the range I haven’t tried but I would assume the traska venturer is a great option

    • @patrickhartmann1540
      @patrickhartmann1540 Год назад

      @@theknightswatch Thanks! Traska are indeed nice. Just not a fan of the second crown at 10 o’clock of the Venturer. Thanks again! I enjoy your channel!

  • @HarryBunnGRVOTV
    @HarryBunnGRVOTV 3 года назад

    Looks good, but a bit rough around the edges, needs sapphire crystal, the bezel insert would look better in aluminium, +18 sec a day can easily be sorted but that clasp is unacceptable. I’m getting interested in this brand. Like the strap changes, liked & subbed.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Ya I’m sure a lot of fixes will be made in gen 2 but they are never going to use sapphire so for some it will never be a buy. Appreciate it!

  • @markj1232
    @markj1232 3 года назад

    @The Knight’s Watch can you measure the diameter of the bezel? Is it the same as the case or more narrow? Thank you!

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      The bezel doesn’t stick out. It’s the same size as the case.

  • @watchpaints
    @watchpaints 3 года назад

    Great reviews! It’d be great if you showed how it wears below the wrist in future videos for everyone who does wear it below the wrist:)

  • @mariog7213
    @mariog7213 3 года назад

    So you don’t like how it tapers so quickly or the taper overall? Would you prefer it to taper only to 18mm?

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      Just how it tapers too quickly. Plenty of good 20-16mm tapers out there.

    • @mariog7213
      @mariog7213 3 года назад +3

      @@theknightswatch fair enough. I wonder if they did that so the bracelet would have more adjustable links. After all, they’re intended to be unisex and I know for a fact that most men’s watches won’t accommodate a woman’s wrist with oem bracelets...🤷‍♂️

  • @Sheikah92
    @Sheikah92 2 года назад

    Excellent review man

  • @BWo-bb1yw
    @BWo-bb1yw 3 года назад +1

    that watch is beautiful, it's everything you need in a GMT, small and unobtrusive, quick, day or night legibility, for the price, it ticks a lot of boxes.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Agreed it’s definitely a lot of watch all things considered and if you like the design isn’t a no brainer. Just enough small things I don’t like to keep me from keeping it.

  • @juniorjohnson5961
    @juniorjohnson5961 3 года назад

    I like the look of this watch 👌

  • @LTC_Tiger
    @LTC_Tiger 3 года назад +2

    They lost me with the acrylic crystal. Unless it’s a super cheap watch like a Vostok, I need sapphire crystal. Nothing worse than giant scratches impeding your ability to see the dial.

    • @vailmcc
      @vailmcc 3 года назад +3

      Nothing worse? Thirty seconds with some Poly Watch will take care of those ‘terrible’ scratches.

    • @LTC_Tiger
      @LTC_Tiger 3 года назад

      @@vailmcc To each their own. I strongly prefer sapphire.

  • @retiredmogul
    @retiredmogul 3 года назад +3

    Lorier has questionable quality control standards. They really need to get that right as a priority. This video review got some of us to decide not to go ahead with the purchase of this and saved quite a bit there! ruclips.net/video/jRuug3DeCCc/видео.html

  • @tonyromano4341
    @tonyromano4341 3 года назад +1

    Great review.

  • @nickygidwani
    @nickygidwani 2 года назад

    It's not just your piece: same clasp flaw exists on my watch, so guess it's universal.

  • @gnarl12
    @gnarl12 3 года назад

    I like the two tone lume 😂

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      Then my cons become a pro for you! Keeps me from having to own another watch though thankfully!

    • @gnarl12
      @gnarl12 3 года назад

      @@theknightswatch very true 😎 one person's no-go can be a non issue for someone else and vice versa. The review was excellent btw. Keep up the great work.

  • @michaelkilbride2927
    @michaelkilbride2927 9 месяцев назад

    Lovely watch but have heard a few horror stories about this make of movement

  • @robertrocha597
    @robertrocha597 2 года назад

    Somebody call this guy a whambulance. Lol Sorry, I couldn't help myself. But your review made me not buy this model. Lol Thanks for your honesty.

  • @JO11190
    @JO11190 2 года назад +1

    The fact this thing doesn't have sapphire for 800$ is stupid

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  2 года назад +1

      Neither does a hesalite speedmaster for $6000

    • @mhroe
      @mhroe 2 года назад +1

      Neither did the GMT masters for what 30 years?

  • @gnack123
    @gnack123 3 года назад +3

    18 secs a day is terrible

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад

      Ya definitely could be better. For me accuracy doesn’t matter too much as long as its not wildly inconsistent like +5 one day and -15 the next

  • @rrtaylor73
    @rrtaylor73 3 года назад +1

    You should seriously stop posting reviews on RUclips. Just stop. Please.

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +2

      I’ll think about it

    • @deannoble673
      @deannoble673 3 года назад +2

      First time here and I thought you did a great job reviewing this watch.
      Very comprehensive with lots of valid points.
      Keep up the good work and don’t let the negative comments put you off.

    • @DiegoMann310
      @DiegoMann310 3 года назад +1

      I think it was a good review. Just honest on what he thinks about the watch that many other reviewers are afraid to point out

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      @@DiegoMann310 appreciate it 🙏🏻

    • @theknightswatch
      @theknightswatch  3 года назад +1

      @@deannoble673 thank you 🙏🏻 the comments don’t bother me, always gives a good laugh.

  • @CatalinArseniu
    @CatalinArseniu Год назад

    No