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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsGrand Seiko SBGP009

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SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100
What people say

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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch

Owners and reviewers widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its faithful homage to the original, noting the dial markings and bezel alignment. The polished steel case is a point of discussion, with some finding it incongruous for a military tool watch and others appreciating its utilitarian capabilities. The "faux patina" lume is described as too gold and glossy by one reviewer, while another finds the "QUARTZ" text and new logo "vulgar" compared to classic designs. On balance, owners and reviewers value the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its historical accuracy and tool watch aesthetic, despite some reservations about modern design choices and price.

Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
SBGP00940mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
SBGP00940h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
SBGP009100m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$1,142
SBGP009$3,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Thickness
12mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
9F85

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
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