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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsSpinnaker Popeye

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Popeye150m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Popeye Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$395

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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.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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