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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
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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 SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition

The Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition is praised for its retro design, balanced 42mm case, good finishing, and sapphire crystal. It is powered by the calibre 8R48, featuring a column wheel and vertical clutch, and offers 100m water resistance. Some find its 45-hour power reserve short compared to modern alternatives, and the date window placement is a point of discussion. The solar-powered variant is noted for its compact proportions and character, though some desire thinner cases and improved bracelet micro-adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the SPEEDTIMER's vintage-inspired aesthetics and solid build, with critiques focusing on power reserve and minor functional details.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition42mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition100m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition$2,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
5X83
Jewels
25
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$2,400
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