Which is cheaper, the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black or the Longines LEGEND DIVER 59?

At MSRP the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black is the cheaper of the two at $1,249, against $4,100 for the Longines LEGEND DIVER 59 — a $2,851 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black or the Longines LEGEND DIVER 59?

The Longines LEGEND DIVER 59 wears larger at 42mm versus 41mm for the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black or the Longines LEGEND DIVER 59?

The Longines LEGEND DIVER 59 carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black.

What movement does the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black run compared to the Longines LEGEND DIVER 59?

Both watches run automatic movements — the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black uses the Sellita SW200-1 and the Longines LEGEND DIVER 59 uses the L888.6.

Side by side

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsLongines LEGEND DIVER 59

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

cwc-royal-navy-black-diver-automatic-mk-2

MSRP $1,249

Longines LEGEND DIVER 59

L3.795.4.59.9

MSRP $4,100

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm

LEGEND DIVER 5942mm

Power Reserve

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h

LEGEND DIVER 5972h

Water Resistance

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m

LEGEND DIVER 59300m

MSRP

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249

LEGEND DIVER 59$4,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Thickness

12mm

12.85mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

50.1mm

Lug Width

20mm

22mm

Finish

Brushed and polished

—

Caseback

Solid

Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

Both sides

Dial Color

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)

Black

Indices

Applied

Painted Arabic numerals and indexes

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

L888.6

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,249

$4,100

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What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

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Longines LEGEND DIVER 59

The Longines LEGEND DIVER 59 is widely praised for its warm colors and the 42mm no-date configuration, with owners appreciating its comfortable and versatile wearability. Reviewers highlight the matte black grained-texture dial and sandblasted hands, noting the COSC-certified L888.6 caliber offers a 72-hour power reserve, all at a $4,100 price point. Opinions on bracelet comfort vary, with some finding it bulky on smaller wrists while others prefer it over the mesh option. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Longines LEGEND DIVER 59 a great release that preserves the model's identity.

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