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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsSeiko Prospex Rotocall

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Prospex Rotocall
SeikoProspex Rotocall
MSRP $550

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Prospex Rotocall37mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Prospex Rotocall40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Prospex Rotocall100m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Prospex Rotocall$550

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43.5mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
A824

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$550

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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.

Seiko Prospex Rotocall

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Rotocall for its charismatic retro design and comfortable 37mm size, with many appreciating its space-faring heritage. However, multiple sources criticize its price point, suggesting it is too high for an all-digital quartz watch with features like a stamped clasp, mineral crystal, and standard quartz movement. Some owners also note drawbacks such as a flimsy battery mount and split pin bracelet construction. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Prospex Rotocall visually appealing and a faithful re-release, but its value proposition is frequently questioned due to its price.

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