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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsBorealis Watch Co. Sintra

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Sintra41.50mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Sintra40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Sintra200m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Sintra$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
41.50mm
Thickness
12mm
12.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
47.00mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
BGW9

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$650

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What people say

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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely report the CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch as very hard-wearing, with good seconds hand alignment and perfect bezel alignment with crisp action. The lume is described as pretty good despite fauxtina, and the watch gains approximately 3 seconds per month. Some owners consider the CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch overpriced, while others appreciate its bombproof, toolish design and military heritage.

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

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