Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Popeye or the Brew Metric Lite?

At MSRP the Brew Metric Lite is the cheaper of the two at $375, against $395 for the Spinnaker Popeye — a $20 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Popeye or the Brew Metric Lite?

The Spinnaker Popeye wears larger at 43mm versus 30mm for the Brew Metric Lite — a 13mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Popeye or the Brew Metric Lite?

The Spinnaker Popeye is rated to 150m versus 50m for the Brew Metric Lite.

What movement does the Spinnaker Popeye run compared to the Brew Metric Lite?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Popeye uses the SII NH35A and the Brew Metric Lite uses the 6T27.

Side by side

Spinnaker PopeyevsBrew Metric Lite

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Spinnaker Popeye

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MSRP $395

Brew Metric Lite

MSRP $375

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Popeye43mm

Metric Lite30mm

Power Reserve

Popeye40h

Metric Lite—

Water Resistance

Popeye150m

Metric Lite50m

MSRP

Popeye$395

Metric Lite$375

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Popeye Blue

Applied Index Markers

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

6T27

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

0 vph

Power Reserve

40h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$395

$375

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

Fratello

Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

Hodinkee

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