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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsCWC 6BB-WR

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
6BB-WR42mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
6BB-WR40h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
6BB-WR100m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
6BB-WR$1,875

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
14.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
CWC 6BB-WR
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$1,875

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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.

CWC 6BB-WR

The CWC 6BB-WR is widely praised for its legible matte black dial, strong lume, and crisp chronograph operation. Owners and reviewers note its military heritage and rugged, confidence-inspiring build with a screw-down crown and pushers. The Sellita SW510 BH b automatic movement kept time within COSC range in testing. However, its 14.9mm thickness and 80g weight make it wear large, and the cam-lever movement lacks the satisfying click of a column wheel. Fixed bars limit strap options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 6BB-WR highly for its legible dial and robust pilot chronograph design at its price point.

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