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

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Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804
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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

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

From video reviewers

Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch45mm
Model 141mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Model 142h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Model 150m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$1,142
Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
45mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Model 1 Blue Fumé

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,804
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