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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsChristopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
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.

Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

Owners and reviewers widely praise Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight for its excellent value, with particular commendation for its case and bracelet finishing, dial texture, and lume. Some owners note the dial is silver rather than white, and a few find the bracelet links have sharp edges and the clasp lacks micro-adjustment. The watch is noted for its thin case, offering exceptional wrist comfort. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight highly for its impressive finishing and comfort at the price point.

From video reviewers

The black lacquer dial's quality and premium feel are consistently praised. Reviewers express reservations about the watch's value or execution. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's objective merits translate to personal appeal.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
The Twelve Midnight38h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
The Twelve Midnight100m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
40mm
43.3mm
Thickness
12mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
23.3mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$1,210
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