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CWC SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/DatevsanOrdain Fabrik

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SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date
CWCSBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date
MSRP $624
Fabrik
anOrdainFabrik
MSRP $1,810

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date41mm
Fabrik38mm
Power Reserve
SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date40h
Fabrik68h
Water Resistance
SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date300m
Fabrik50m
MSRP
SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date$624
Fabrik$1,810

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
CWC SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date, Black (SF300 QS120-DD)
Fabrik
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
68h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$624
$1,810

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What people say

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CWC SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date

The CWC SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date is widely praised for its exceptional legibility, particularly its dial design and thickly applied Super-LumiNova that remains readable all night. Owners appreciate its robust, toolish, bombproof design and comfortable wearability, with one noting its 11mm thickness and smaller wear size. The PVD finish withstands significant abuse. The Ronda movement is considered to have consistent second-hand movement. Some find its £700 price steep, especially compared to less expensive quartz divers, and fixed spring bars are noted as a drawback. Customer service is also flagged as potentially lacking by some. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the CWC SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date highly for its military aesthetics, legibility, and robust, comfortable tool-watch build.

anOrdain Fabrik

Owners are divided on the anOrdain Fabrik, with some appreciating its value and German-made dial, while others feel it deviates from the brand's core identity. One owner praises the purple lacquer dial as a unique conversation starter. Some commenters find the 38mm size small for larger wrists, preferring a larger option. Overall, owners are split on the anOrdain Fabrik, with its value and dial design being points of appreciation and contention.

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