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Citizen NighthawkvsCWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

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Nighthawk
CitizenNighthawk
MSRP $431
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
CWCRN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
MSRP $604
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Citizen Nighthawk

Owners widely praise the Citizen Nighthawk for its value, intricate dial with applied indices and red accents, and strong wrist presence. The Eco-Drive B877 movement is noted for its accuracy, with one owner reporting zero deviation over five days, and its ability to track dual timezones with a GMT hand. The brushed case finish and solid, attractive bracelet are also frequently highlighted. However, the mineral crystal is a consistent drawback, with multiple sources noting its reflectivity and vulnerability to scratches, especially considering the watch's price point. Some owners find the dial difficult to read in low light, the internal bezel crown position awkward, and the watch heavy. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Nighthawk highly for its striking dial and accurate Eco-Drive movement, with the mineral crystal being the most frequently cited compromise.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered Eco-Drive chronograph movement is a functional highlight. Legibility in low light conditions is a drawback.

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.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Nighthawk42mm
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
Power Reserve
Nighthawk40h
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
Water Resistance
Nighthawk200m
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
MSRP
Nighthawk$431
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
26mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top (RN300-MT QS120)
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
B612
Ronda 517
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$431
$604
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