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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsOrient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

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Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch
OrientMako-3 AA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $375

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch$375

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$375

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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.

Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch for its excellent value, attractive dials with gradient effects, sapphire crystal, and 200m water resistance. The bracelet is noted by some as surprisingly quiet and smooth, and the watch is considered to wear well on smaller wrists. Some owners find the traditional circle indices less unique than other models, and a few note minor issues like slightly misaligned chapter markers or a "grindy" hand-winding feel. Overall, owners rate the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch highly for its attractive design and value at the price point.

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