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Brew RetrographvsBoldr The Boys

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Retrograph
BrewRetrograph
MSRP $375
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Retrograph38mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
Retrograph
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
Retrograph50m
The Boys200m
MSRP
Retrograph$375
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Tool
Thickness
10.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.5mm
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Cobalt Blue Sunburst
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
VK64
Seiko NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic
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
$299

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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.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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