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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsVaer G5 Pacific GMT

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Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
G5 Pacific GMT
VaerG5 Pacific GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
G5 Pacific GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
G5 Pacific GMT40h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
G5 Pacific GMT200m
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
G5 Pacific GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$935

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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.

Vaer G5 Pacific GMT

The Vaer G5 Pacific GMT is praised for its vintage-inspired design featuring beige lume and an orange GMT hand, with a 13mm thick case and 200m water resistance. It utilizes a Miyota Caliber 9075 movement regulated to -0/+10 seconds per day, and a steel bezel for true GMT functionality. Some owners report acceptable dial clouding at certain angles given the price, while one owner returned a G5 Pacific Polar due to a misaligned date, suggesting a potential quality control issue. The highly domed sapphire crystal can increase thickness to 15.6mm and contribute to reflections. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Pacific GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and vintage aesthetic at an affordable price point.

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