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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsLorca MODEL No.1 GMT

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
MODEL No.1 GMT
LorcaMODEL No.1 GMT
MSRP $1,875
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.

Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT for its 36mm size and 11.2mm thinness, vintage-inspired design, and crisp finishing. The champagne sunburst dial and integrated bracelet are frequently highlighted as attractive elements. Some owners note the bezel font as a detractor, and a reviewer points out the lume is insignificant. The watch uses a caller GMT movement, and one owner finds the small crown impractical to manipulate. Accuracy is reported as within +/- 4 seconds per day, and it features 20 ATM water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT for its refined design and compact dimensions, though some question its value proposition for an emerging brand.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
MODEL No.1 GMT36mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
MODEL No.1 GMT40h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
MODEL No.1 GMT200m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
MODEL No.1 GMT$1,875

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
C125
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$1,875
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