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Brew Metric LitevsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Metric Lite30mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Metric Lite
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Metric Lite50m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Metric Lite$375
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Mechanical
Field
Diameter
30mm
37mm
Thickness
10.55mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
34mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Applied Index Markers
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
6T27
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$428

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What people say

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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.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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