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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsGrand Seiko SBGX261

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
SBGX261
Grand SeikoSBGX261
MSRP $2,700
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.

Grand Seiko SBGX261

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGX261 for its exceptional finishing, rivaling mechanical watches, and the high-precision, hand-assembled 9F quartz movement, noted for its accuracy within 10 seconds per year. The 37mm case size and versatile design are frequently highlighted as key strengths, making it a comfortable and stylish everyday watch. However, the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustments and taper is a recurring criticism, and one owner notes the second hand's inconsistent alignment with markers. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX261 highly for its superb finishing and the technical prowess of its 9F quartz movement at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
SBGX26137mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
SBGX26140h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
SBGX261100m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
SBGX261$2,700

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F62

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$2,700
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