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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsCWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
CWCRN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
MSRP $604

At a glance

4 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604

Full specifications

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top (RN300-MT QS120)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$604

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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.

CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

Owners widely praise the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top for its excellent matte case finishing, precise seconds hand alignment, and dial reminiscent of vintage military watches. The Mk.2 upgrades, including a sapphire crystal, improved lume, and a precise 120-click bezel described as perfection with no play, are consistently highlighted as significant improvements over earlier versions. One owner noted the quartz movement gained 8 seconds over several months. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top highly for its solid construction, military significance, and terrific value.

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