Not sure if it's primeval or what but the glass v dial argument was brought home to me when someone pointed out that if you take a quick momentary glance at an old style watch there is no though process but the time registers instantly in your brain. However, try that with a digital watch and it doesn't work - you've got to consciously read and digest it.
I really miss my big VS needle - i.e. not the 0.1cm long modern version of it. Set the VS, set the power .... and relax you're done !