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Brew 8-Bit V2vsBrew Metric Lite

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8-Bit V2
Brew8-Bit V2
MSRP $395
Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375
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.

Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
8-Bit V238mm
Metric Lite30mm
Power Reserve
8-Bit V2
Metric Lite
Water Resistance
8-Bit V250m
Metric Lite50m
MSRP
8-Bit V2$395
Metric Lite$375

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Mechanical
Diameter
38mm
30mm
Thickness
10.4mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
34mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
3D Pixel Texture
Applied Index Markers

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
VK64
6T27
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$375
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