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CWC SBS 1987 Aged SpecialvsGalo Super200

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

SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083
Super200
GaloSuper200
MSRP $488

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Super20039mm
Power Reserve
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Super20042h
Water Resistance
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
Super200200m
MSRP
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083
Super200$488

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Oil pressed
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
SBS 1987 Aged Special
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,083
$488

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What people say

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CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special for its rugged build and military heritage, with some finding its quality comparable to higher-end watches. A reviewer notes the 41mm PVD-coated watch features a bright SuperLuminova dial. One owner reports a bit of play in the 60-click bezel, present from new, alongside minor wear on the PVD coating and bezel insert. On balance, owners rate the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special highly for its rugged build and military heritage, despite some questioning its value at £700.

Galo Super200

Owners widely praise the Galo Super200 for its vintage charm, playful yet robust design, and well-weighted, slim 11.5mm case with a 47mm lug-to-lug. The dial depth and domed sapphire crystal are also frequently highlighted, with one owner appreciating the whimsical exhibition caseback. Some owners find the 39mm size too large, while others consider it perfect for everyday wear. Criticisms include a stiff bezel with bounce-back and second-hand play when setting the time, which are deemed acceptable for the price. The "aged" lume color is a point of uncertainty for one owner, and some find the "3" marker disruptive, though a classical dial option exists. Concerns were raised regarding seller communication and potential shipping issues, though production was confirmed on track. On balance, owners rate the Galo Super200 highly for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable, slim case profile at its price point.

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