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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsSeiko Presage Inspired by Japanese Gardens

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

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
Presage Inspired by Japanese Gardens41.8mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
Presage Inspired by Japanese Gardens41h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
Presage Inspired by Japanese Gardens
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
Presage Inspired by Japanese Gardens$595

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.4mm
Water Resistance
300m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
4R39
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$595

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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.

Seiko Presage Inspired by Japanese Gardens

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Inspired by Japanese Gardens for its beautiful dial designs, with one owner noting the SSA464 was love at first sight and another calling the SSA421J1 a beautiful first dress watch. The watch is frequently described as a serious bang-for-your-buck limited edition offering good build quality for daily wear, though some owners have noted the appearance of tiny scratches on the bezel and that the bracelet can be initially scratchy. One owner found the watch "truly stunning in person" and "tastefully done," while another found its fit surprisingly natural despite its size. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Inspired by Japanese Gardens highly for its stunning aesthetics and value.

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