Breitling Top Time DeusvsOak & Oscar The Jackson Big Eye

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time Deus for its striking dial colors and retro racing chronograph styling, with many falling in love with its aesthetic in person and calling it a great first automatic watch. Some owners note the dial color is an off-white that shifts between cream and white depending on lighting, and the "Deus" text is less bold than expected. One owner finds the long lugs a drawback, while another points out the lack of anti-magnetic properties. The Breitling Top Time Deus features a Breitling 23 automatic movement, a 41mm case, and 30m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Top Time Deus highly for its unique styling and vibrant dial at the price point.

Oak & Oscar The Jackson Big Eye is praised for its balanced design and fine details, featuring a prominent "Big Eye" 30-minute sub-register for improved readability, reminiscent of vintage chronographs. It is powered by the Eterna EMC 3907M manual wind movement with a 60-hour power reserve, column wheel, and flyback function, housed in a 40mm stainless steel case. This limited edition of 50 pieces was priced at $3,150 and included two Horween leather straps and a wallet. On balance, reviewers highlight the Jackson Big Eye's enthusiast-spec chronograph function and readable subdial as key strengths.