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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsHemel HFT20

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Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
HFT2042mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
HFT2040h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
HFT20100m
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
HFT20$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$450

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What people say

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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

Owners widely praise the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black for its brushed chapter ring, precise 120-click bezel, clear sapphire crystal, excellent case finishing, and significantly improved lume. The watch is considered a terrific value with solid construction. Some owners express a preference for a matte finish for a more tool-like appearance, though polished versions offer a dressier look and easier scratch removal. On balance, owners rate the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black highly for its tool-like features and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is smooth. The price has increased due to popularity.

Hemel HFT20

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

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