Brew RetrographvsYema 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 Retrograph at true scale

Retrograph

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

$375

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
Cobalt Blue Sunburst
Blue

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$420
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Reviews

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

Brew Retrograph

The Brew Retrograph is widely praised for its unique design and comfortable wearability, with owners highlighting its well-finished rectangular case featuring alternating polishing and brushing, and its sunburst dials. The Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement is considered solid and appropriate for the price, offering an instantaneous chronograph reset and quartz accuracy, though the date change is not instant and some units may have a misaligned chronograph hand. Owners note the 38mm case size is versatile and comfortable, suitable for formal occasions and daily wear, and appreciate the sapphire crystal. However, some sources mention poor lume and the strap could benefit from design and material improvements. Overall, owners rate the Brew Retrograph highly for its distinctive aesthetic and comfortable 38mm wearability at an accessible price point.

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.