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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsGrand Seiko SBGX359

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
SBGX359
Grand SeikoSBGX359
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.

Grand Seiko SBGX359

The Grand Seiko SBGX359 is lauded for its technically advanced 9F51 quartz movement, enabling a compact 33mm x 9.1mm stainless steel case and offering ±10 seconds per year accuracy. Reviewers highlight the refined finishing of its Snowflake dial and 100 meters of water resistance. However, it comes with a US$3,200 price tag, representing a $500 increase over prior 9F models. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGX359 for its compact dimensions and precise quartz movement at the specified price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
SBGX35933mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
SBGX35940h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
SBGX359100m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
SBGX359

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
33mm
Thickness
12mm
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
15mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F51

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
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