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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsOak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

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Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
The Olmsted 38
Oak & OscarThe Olmsted 38
MSRP $1,775

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
The Olmsted 3838mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
The Olmsted 3842h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
The Olmsted 38100m
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
The Olmsted 38$1,775

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
44.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)
Green

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW300
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$1,775

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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.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 is praised for its sharp, stealthy aesthetic with a durable ceramic-coated stainless steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its excellent wearability at 38mm and the value proposition at $1,475, which includes two strap options. The watch features a sandwich dial with stencil numerals and orange accents, powered by a modified ETA 2892-A2 movement. Overall, reviewers find Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 to be a modern and aggressive take on the classic field watch, offering exceptional value.

From video reviewers

The Olmsted 38 features tightly executed tolerances and an ultra-fine level of finishing. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

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