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Hyperion

Name: Lorier Hyperion
Brand: Lorier

Mid-range $600–900

The Lorier Hyperion SII is a vintage-inspired GMT from American microbrand Lorier, housed in a slim 39mm 316L steel case topped with a domed Hesalite crystal and an Air Force blue/burgundy 'Pepsi' bezel. Powered by the Miyota 9075 flyer GMT, it lets you set the local hour hand independently while seconds keep running — all for $699.

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39mm

Case

100m

Water res.

12.7mm

Thick

46mm

Lug-to-lug

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Overview

Brand	Lorier
Collection	Hyperion
Category	GMT
Released	2024
Price guide	Mid-range · $600–900

Full specification

Specs

Case & dial

Diameter	39 mm
Lug-to-lug	46 mm
Thickness	12.7 mm
Lug width	20 mm
Water resistance	100 m
Crystal	domed Hesalite
Case material	stainless steel
Bezel	24-click bidirectional, Air Force blue and burgundy Hesalite insert
Case back	solid

Movement & furniture

Type	Automatic
Caliber	Miyota 9075 →
Functions	GMT (24h hand), Date
Power reserve	42 h
Jewels	24
Lume	Super-LumiNova BGW9 (dial indices and main hands), C3 (GMT hand and bezel)
Strap / bracelet	steel bracelet

On the wrist

The Hyperion SII wears more intimately than you might expect. At 39mm and 46mm lug-to-lug it settles precisely on a medium wrist with no overhang, and the 12.7mm total height clears a shirt cuff cleanly. The domed Hesalite crystal is the defining visual: it captures ambient light and pours a warmth over the dial that flat sapphire simply cannot replicate, though the trade-off is that you'll want to use the included Polywatch tube every couple of months.

The Air Force blue and burgundy bezel reads as more composed than a primary-colour Pepsi — considered and slightly stately, as if it were designed for the gate lounge rather than the cockpit. The roulette datewheel, with its alternating red and black numerals, adds a piece of jewellery-like detail that rewards a second look. BGW9 charges quickly and glows a vivid blue on the main hands and indices; the C3 on the GMT hand and bezel turns green, making two-timezone reading effortless in low light. The 24-click bidirectional bezel action is functional but not plush — at this price that's a sensible trade, and it's a fair reminder that this is a microbrand watch, not a Swiss heritage piece.

Bottom line

A genuinely compelling sub-$1,000 flyer-GMT with period-correct vintage character, the Hyperion SII is hard to beat for the money — provided you accept domed Hesalite over sapphire and 100m rather than diver-grade water resistance.

Highlights

True flyer GMT — independent local hour hand
Slim 39mm / 46mm lug-to-lug
Domed Hesalite crystal
Vintage 'Pepsi' Air Force blue & burgundy bezel
Roulette datewheel

Who it's for

Travellers and GMT enthusiasts who want a slim, vintage-flavoured 39mm case that wears comfortably on small-to-medium wrists (up to roughly 7 inches), and who appreciate the warm optical character of Hesalite and the convenience of a flyer GMT hand. Good fit for those priced out of the Tudor Black Bay GMT who don't want to compromise on aesthetic seriousness.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you need sapphire crystal, water resistance beyond 100m, or guaranteed in-stock availability — the Hyperion sells out quickly and restocks on Lorier's own schedule.

Before you buy

Two generations exist: SII (Miyota 9075, 46mm L2L, Epsilon bracelet) vs. original (Soprod C125, 47mm L2L) — confirm which you're buying secondhand
Hesalite scratches easily; Polywatch is included but factor in periodic polishing
Two SII variants: standard black dial (~$699) and Skyward edition (~$599) — verify which suits you
Stock frequently exhausted; check lorierwatches.com for restock timing

FAQ

Is the Hyperion automatic or quartz?

The Hyperion is automatic. The Miyota 9075 winds itself from the motion of your wrist, so it needs no battery. A full wind holds roughly 42 hours, so it keeps running overnight off the wrist; left longer it stops and restarts once you wear or hand-wind it.

What movement does the Hyperion use?

The Hyperion is powered by the Miyota 9075 from Miyota, an automatic caliber with 24 jewels, a 42-hour power reserve, and a 28,800 bph beat rate. Being automatic, it winds from the motion of your wrist and needs no battery.

Does the Hyperion have a date?

Yes — the Hyperion has a date display on the dial. The date advances automatically as the movement runs, so the current day of the month is always visible at a glance, and you can set it from the crown after the watch has been left to stop.

How water resistant is the Hyperion?

The Hyperion is rated to 100 m. That covers swimming and snorkelling, though hot water and direct high-pressure water are best avoided, and it is not intended for scuba diving. Whatever the rating, avoid operating the crown or pushers underwater, and have the gaskets checked periodically to keep it reliable.

How big does the Hyperion wear?

At 39 mm across with a 46 mm lug-to-lug and 12.7 mm thick, the Hyperion wears as a versatile mid-size watch. Lug-to-lug is the measurement that really decides fit, since it sets how far the case spans the wrist — 46 mm suits most wrists, and smaller wrists especially should check that figure.

What makes this a 'true' or 'flyer' GMT rather than a caller GMT?

The Miyota 9075 lets you advance the local (12-hour) hand in one-hour steps while the movement continues running, so you never lose seconds when crossing time zones — a caller GMT requires stopping the movement to adjust the hour hand.

Why does Lorier use Hesalite instead of sapphire?

Lorier chose Hesalite for its period-correct vintage look, warm optical clarity, and repairability — light scratches can be buffed out with the included Polywatch tube, whereas sapphire is much harder and not comparable for simple at-home Polywatch-style buffing.

How does the Hyperion SII compare to the original Hyperion?

The SII replaces the Swiss Soprod C125 with the Miyota 9075 flyer GMT, trims the lug-to-lug from 47mm to 46mm, adds the new 5-link Epsilon bracelet, and refines hand legibility — at the cost of a modest increase in overall case thickness.

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