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Brew RetrographvsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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Retrograph
BrewRetrograph
MSRP $375
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Retrograph38mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
Retrograph
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
Retrograph50m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
Retrograph$375
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
10.4mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
47.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Cobalt Blue Sunburst

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
VK64
NE86
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$1,099

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What people say

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Brew Retrograph

The Brew Retrograph is widely praised for its unique 1970s "TV Dial" aesthetic, thin profile, and comfortable wearability, with owners appreciating its well-finished rectangular case featuring alternating polishing and brushing, and its sunburst dials with contrasting matte subdials. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement for its solid performance, instantaneous chronograph reset with good tactile feel, and quartz accuracy, all at an affordable price point. Some owners note the lack of a running second hand and that the date change is not instant, while one owner found the strap needed improvement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Brew Retrograph highly for its distinctive design and excellent value, particularly praising its comfortable wearability and the satisfying meca-quartz chronograph function.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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