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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue WatchvsFarer ROCHÉ II

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ROCHÉ II
FarerROCHÉ II
MSRP $1,495
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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch for its faithful homage to vintage military divers, highlighting details like the dial markings, luminous acrylic bezel, vintage logo, and well-proportioned hands. One owner reports accuracy under +2 seconds per day. However, some find the "faux patina" lume too gold and glossy, and the polished case unusual for a military watch. The fixed lugs are noted as a potential drawback for some, though others appreciate them as a tool watch feature. Opinions on the value are split, with some questioning the $2.5k price point due to the ETA movement, while others see it as a strong alternative to more expensive watches. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch well for its vintage aesthetic and tool watch capabilities, despite some reservations about its price and specific execution details.

Farer ROCHÉ II

The Farer ROCHÉ II is widely praised for its excellent value, thoughtful case finishing with contrasting textures, and its wearable 39mm size. Owners and reviewers highlight the quality of the dial and case, with one owner noting the five-year movement warranty. However, one owner points out the absence of lume on their version's indices, and a reviewer observed a roughness on the micro pique dial's edges in direct light. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer ROCHÉ II highly for its exceptional value and well-executed design at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch45mm
ROCHÉ II39mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
ROCHÉ II50h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
ROCHÉ II100m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$3,747
ROCHÉ II$1,495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
World Timer
Diameter
45mm
39mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824
Sellita SW330-1
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
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