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Brew 8-Bit V2vsCWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

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8-Bit V2
Brew8-Bit V2
MSRP $395
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
8-Bit V238mm
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
Power Reserve
8-Bit V2
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
Water Resistance
8-Bit V250m
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
MSRP
8-Bit V2$395
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
10.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
300m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
3D Pixel Texture
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
VK64
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$1,249

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What people say

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Brew 8-Bit V2

The Brew 8-Bit V2 is praised for its casually elegant, versatile rectangular design that subtly balances 8-bit gaming and coffee themes, with solid build quality and finishing. Owners note the left subdial tracks 60 minutes and the right indicates day/night, with the chronograph's second hand only moving when activated. Criticisms include the lack of a seconds subdial, no lume, minor movement quirks like the chronograph minute hand jumping upon reset, and a slightly off-center yellow part on the hour hand. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Brew 8-Bit V2 highly for its unique design and solid build quality at its price point.

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

Owners widely praise the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black for its brushed chapter ring, precise 120-click bezel, clear sapphire crystal, excellent case finishing, and significantly improved lume. The watch is considered a terrific value with solid construction. Some owners express a preference for a matte finish for a more tool-like appearance, though polished versions offer a dressier look and easier scratch removal. On balance, owners rate the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black highly for its tool-like features and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is smooth. The price has increased due to popularity.

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