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Brew RetrographvsSeiko Essentials Tank (Ladies)

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Retrograph
BrewRetrograph
MSRP $375
Essentials Tank (Ladies)
SeikoEssentials Tank (Ladies)
MSRP $365

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Retrograph38mm
Essentials Tank (Ladies)26mm
Power Reserve
Retrograph
Essentials Tank (Ladies)40h
Water Resistance
Retrograph50m
Essentials Tank (Ladies)50m
MSRP
Retrograph$375
Essentials Tank (Ladies)$365

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
26mm
Thickness
10.4mm
6.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
34.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
15mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Cobalt Blue Sunburst
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
VK64
4N30
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$365

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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.

Seiko Essentials Tank (Ladies)

The Seiko Essentials Tank (Ladies) is praised for its clean and simple design, with owners noting its versatile look that pairs well with casual outfits. Some owners recommend swapping the bracelet for leather straps to enhance the classic tank watch aesthetic. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Tank (Ladies) highly for its adaptable style and straightforward design.

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