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Brew 8-Bit V2vsTissot PRX Damascus Steel

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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.

Tissot PRX Damascus Steel

The Tissot PRX Damascus Steel is noted for its unique Damascus steel case and dial, which some owners find visually appealing and appreciate the intricate pattern. One owner enjoys looking at the watch's movement. The 38mm size is considered reasonable for the price, though it may be too small for some wrists. One owner experienced a scratch that detracted from the Damascus pattern, but this was resolved by the dealer. The reviewer found the Damascus steel case and dial to be "a bit over the top." Overall, owners and reviewers find the Tissot PRX Damascus Steel to be a unique watch with a polarizing aesthetic, with its value tied to its distinctive material.

From video reviewers

The unique Damascus steel dial is a significant aesthetic strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
8-Bit V238mm
PRX Damascus Steel38mm
Power Reserve
8-Bit V2
PRX Damascus Steel80h
Water Resistance
8-Bit V250m
PRX Damascus Steel100m
MSRP
8-Bit V2$395
PRX Damascus Steel$1,175

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Thickness
10.4mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
37.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
11mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Damascus Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
3D Pixel Texture
Grey
Indices
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 (Meca-Quartz)
Tissot Powermatic 80
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
80h
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$1,175
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