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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsBremont MBII

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
MBII43mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
MBII40h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
MBII100m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
MBII$5,400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$5,400

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What people say

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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its historically accurate reproduction, thin profile for a 300m diver, and a second hand that aligns well with indices. Reviewers note its reasonable size on smaller wrists, original dial layout with markers touching the chapter ring, and a broader minute hand. However, criticism is directed at the fixed 20mm bars necessitating specific strap types and the mismatched lume colors between hands and hour markers, with some finding the convex lume on the markers overly shiny. Overall, owners rate the CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch highly for its accurate vintage aesthetic and wearability.

Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

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