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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsFears Brunswick

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Brunswick
FearsBrunswick
MSRP $3,125

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
Brunswick38mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
Brunswick40h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
Brunswick10m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
Brunswick$3,125

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
300m
10m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
Brown
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 7001
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$3,125

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What people say

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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its historically accurate reproduction, thin profile for a 300m diver, and a second hand that aligns well with indices. Reviewers note its reasonable size on smaller wrists, original dial layout with markers touching the chapter ring, and a broader minute hand. However, criticism is directed at the fixed 20mm bars necessitating specific strap types and the mismatched lume colors between hands and hour markers, with some finding the convex lume on the markers overly shiny. Overall, owners rate the CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch highly for its accurate vintage aesthetic and wearability.

Fears Brunswick

Fears Brunswick owners and reviewers widely praise its elegant, vintage-inspired design, beautiful cushion case shape, and textured dials, with specific commendations for hand-polished German dials and hand-applied numerals. Some reviewers would prefer a screw-down crown despite the 100m water resistance, and one owner notes the price point is steep for a microbrand with an off-the-shelf movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick highly for its charming design and dial finishing.

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