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Brew 8-Bit V2vsTissot Chrono XL Classic

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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.

Tissot Chrono XL Classic

Owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono XL Classic's pilot aesthetic and altimeter-style numerals, finding its quartz chronograph design clean and versatile. The watch is noted as having a large 45mm size, with one owner seeking feedback on its comfort, accuracy, and durability. On balance, owners view the Tissot Chrono XL Classic as a good entry-level option, with a desire for an automatic movement for battery-free convenience.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
8-Bit V238mm
Chrono XL Classic45mm
Power Reserve
8-Bit V2
Chrono XL Classic
Water Resistance
8-Bit V250m
Chrono XL Classic100m
MSRP
8-Bit V2$395
Chrono XL Classic$495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
45mm
Thickness
10.4mm
11.02mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
3D Pixel Texture
Silver
Indices
Arabic
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 (Meca-Quartz)
13.25'
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$495
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