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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsBaltic HMS 002

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
HMS 002
BalticHMS 002
MSRP $389
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.

Baltic HMS 002

The Baltic HMS 002 is widely praised for its attractive sector dial design and stepped case with varied finishes. Reviewers and owners highlight the acrylic crystal for its softer dial appearance and the watch's refined finishing. Its value is frequently noted as exceptional, with a price around €435.60. Some reviewers find the dial design overly intricate, and one dislikes the white seconds hand. The Miyota 8315 automatic movement is standard for the price point, offering a 60-hour power reserve but featuring a ghost date position and accuracy rated at -20/+40 seconds per day. Overall, the Baltic HMS 002 is highly regarded for its design and value, with the sector dial being a key draw.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
HMS 00238mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
HMS 00260h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
HMS 00250m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
HMS 002$389

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8315
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$389
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