Brew 8-Bit V2vsSpinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Brew 8-Bit V2 at true scale

8-Bit V2

Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph at true scale

Fleuss Chronograph

Diameter

38mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

41.5mm

lowest

51mm

Thickness

10.4mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$395

$325

lowest

Movement

Seiko VK64

Seiko VK64

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
43mm
Thickness
10.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
3D Pixel Texture
Black

Movement

2 specs
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$325
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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 appreciate the Brew 8-Bit V2 for its unique design and solid build quality despite some minor movement quirks.

Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

The Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph is praised for its impressive aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and excellent value at its affordable price point. Some owners note the internal bezel rotates too easily and the clasp isn't finely finished, while one reviewer flags the chronograph function stops at 60 minutes and requires resetting. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph highly for its compelling aesthetic and value.