Brew 8-Bit V2vsYema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz

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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

Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz at true scale

Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz

Diameter

38mm

38.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

41.5mm

n/a

Thickness

10.4mm

10.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$395

lowest

$420

Movement

Seiko VK64

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.5mm
Thickness
10.4mm
10.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
316L Stainless Steel
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
3D Pixel Texture
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
n/a
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$420
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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.

Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz

Owners widely praise the Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz for its attractive design, historical significance, and excellent value, with many appreciating its 38.5mm size and meca-quartz movement. Some owners find the watch a great summer option with a balanced look, while others note its regatta timer functionality. The watch features a double-domed hesalite crystal and a 19mm lug width. Concerns have been raised regarding sharp case edges and customer support, and opinions are split on the utility of the 24-hour subdial. On balance, owners rate the Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz highly for its appealing aesthetics and affordability.