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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsCWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

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SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083
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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.

CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special for its rugged build and military heritage, with some finding its quality comparable to higher-end watches. A reviewer notes the 41mm PVD-coated watch features a bright SuperLuminova dial. One owner reports a bit of play in the 60-click bezel, present from new, alongside minor wear on the PVD coating and bezel insert. On balance, owners rate the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special highly for its rugged build and military heritage, despite some questioning its value at £700.

At a glance

5 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$1,142
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083

Full specifications

Case

1 specs
Category
Diver

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
SBS 1987 Aged Special
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,083
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