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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsanOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

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Model 1 (Group Buy)
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MSRP $1,905
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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch for its bombproof, no-nonsense, toolish design and military connection, with the PVD finish being a liked feature. Reviewers highlight its highly legible, classic dial and durable, tool-like PVD-coated case that shows remarkable resilience. The Ronda 517 quartz movement is appreciated for grab-and-go reliability and good seconds hand accuracy, with one owner noting it aligns closely with indices. The 45mm case size and fixed spring bars are seen by some as positive for NATO strap wear. Some owners find the £700 price steep for a quartz watch, comparing it unfavorably to similarly specified alternatives. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch highly for its rugged military aesthetics and reliable tool-watch functionality at its price point.

anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) for its exceptional vitreous enamel dial, custom typography, and elegant, handmade aesthetic. The dial's deep colors and light-reflecting properties are frequently highlighted as a standout feature, with crisp printing and legible layouts. One owner notes the case finishing is basic but well-executed with a high-polish finish and defined lugs. The watch is considered worth the wait and looks better in person, becoming a daily wearer for some. However, long wait times from deposit to delivery, sometimes nearly two years, are a significant drawback. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is standard with a 38-hour power reserve, and one reviewer wished the 12.3mm case was slimmer. Another owner found the case plain and the buckle thin, while also noting white hands could crowd dial numbers on a GMT variant. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting good timekeeping and another noting the watch is keeping good time.

From video reviewers

The enamel dial is a standout feature. Legibility issues were addressed by reluming the hands.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch45mm
Model 1 (Group Buy)38mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Model 1 (Group Buy)42h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Model 1 (Group Buy)50m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$1,142
Model 1 (Group Buy)$1,905

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
45mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Hodinkee Sunburst

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Quartz
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,905
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