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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
ROYAL SMITH 90-012
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-012

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
ROYAL SMITH 90-01237mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
ROYAL SMITH 90-01245h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
ROYAL SMITH 90-01250m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
Navy
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
TMI NE86A
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749

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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.

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Owners widely praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 for its elegant 37mm size and symmetrical bicompax layout, with the silver dial described as "insane" and highly readable. The chronograph pushers are noted for their crisp action and satisfying reset. However, reviewers flag the 14.3mm thickness as chunky for the case size, and one owner finds the date window difficult to read due to its small size and deep setting. The TMI NE86A movement offers a 45-hour power reserve and accuracy between +25 and -15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 highly for its retro charm and attractive dial options at its price point.

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