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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099
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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.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch45mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$1,142
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
47.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
NE86
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
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