Bahrami Watches Ω-04vsBrew Metric Manual Wind

The measurements

Sized up.

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

Bahrami Watches Ω-04 at true scale

Ω-04

Brew Metric Manual Wind at true scale

Metric Manual Wind

Diameter

42mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

48.8mm

41.5mm

lowest

Thickness

12.8mm

8.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

50m

MSRP

$485

lowest

$875

Movement

Seiko NH38

Sellita SW210-1

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Racing
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
12.8mm
8.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.8mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
19.85mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
n/a
Stainless Steel 316L + Sapphire Crystal

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Blue Matte

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$875

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side.

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

Bahrami Watches Ω-04

Owners praise the Bahrami Watches Ω-04 for its understated aesthetic, simplicity, and conservative 42mm case size, noting the absence of a date display as a positive. However, the watch faces criticism for its $740 price point, with some viewing it as overpriced for a Seiko NH35 movement in a Panerai-style case when compared to cheaper Chinese alternatives, and skepticism exists regarding the "Japan made" dial. On balance, owners appreciate the clean design and wearability of the Bahrami Watches Ω-04, though value perception is a point of contention.

Brew Metric Manual Wind

The Brew Metric Manual Wind is lauded for its refined design language, featuring "mountain-top" indices and a prominent crown that add dynamism, particularly on the grey dial. Reviewers highlight its value at $875, noting the Sellita SW210-1B movement, steel bracelet, and intricate dial as contributing factors. Owners are divided on the bracelet; while some find it comfortable, others report significant issues with hair-pulling, leading some to opt for strap alternatives. One owner also noted the bracelet appeared too large for their wrist. The lug width is a non-standard 19.85mm, limiting strap options, and the watch lacks lume. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Brew Metric Manual Wind for its distinctive design and tactile appeal at its price point.

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