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

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Beacon
William WoodBeacon
MSRP $495
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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.

William Wood Beacon

The William Wood Beacon is praised for its bold flavors, particularly its prominent oak and rye influence, with tasting notes of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and baking spices, and a long, full finish. Some find its oak-forward profile overwhelming and its MSRP of $300 unreasonable. Overall, owners rate the William Wood Beacon highly for its bold flavors and character, with one owner awarding it a score of 9.4/10.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
Beacon41mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
Beacon40h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
Beacon50m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$1,142
Beacon$495

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Ronda 762

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
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