Versus
MINUS-8 Layer 2.0 vs Thomas Earnshaw Shadowed Steel
The Sensei's verdict
Layer 2.0 2—1 Shadowed Steel
The Shadowed Steel is the value play at $179 ($219 less). Tighter budget → the Shadowed Steel; otherwise the Layer 2.0 is the pick.
Verdict & value
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Sensei Score
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$398
Price
$219 less$179
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Originality
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Movement
Automatic
Type
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NH35
Calibre
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Entry
Tier
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41 h
Power reserve
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Case & on the wrist
42 mm
Diameter
42 mm
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Lug-to-lug
50.5 mm
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Thickness
13 mm
100 m
Water resistance
30 m
Stainless Steel
Case material
Stainless Steel
Dial, crystal & details
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Dial
black
Sapphire
Crystal
Mineral
Yes (Super-LumiNova)
Lume
Yes (Japan luminous)