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CWC SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/DatevsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

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SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date
CWCSBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date
MSRP $624
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze
MSRP $599

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date41mm
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze35mm
Power Reserve
SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date40h
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze41h
Water Resistance
SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date300m
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze100m
MSRP
SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date$624
OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
35mm
Thickness
12mm
12.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
CWC SBS Divers Issue Quartz Watch Mk.2 Day/Date, Black (SF300 QS120-DD)
Brown

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH38
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$624
$599

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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.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze for its vintage military aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, noting the lug design allows it to fit well on wrists around 7 inches. The Seiko NH-35 movement is reported to be reliable, keeping time within +2 to +3 seconds per day. Some owners dislike the 18mm lug width and the PVD coating on the NATO strap hardware, which does not match the bronze case. Overall, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 Bronze highly for its vintage appeal and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The watch's bronze case finish is a notable strength, with reviewers highlighting its unique patina and subtle aging effect. A weakness is the lume brightness, which may be a drawback for those who prioritize nighttime readability. Reviewers agree on the watch's movement accuracy, citing the reliable and accurate Seiko NH38 caliber.

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