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CWC 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition

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1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWC1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition42mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition40h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition100m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$749
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition$2,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch (RN300-83 QS60)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
5X83
Jewels
25
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$2,400

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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.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition

The Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition is praised for its retro design, balanced 42mm case, good finishing, and sapphire crystal. It is powered by the calibre 8R48, featuring a column wheel and vertical clutch, and offers 100m water resistance. Some find its 45-hour power reserve short compared to modern alternatives, and the date window placement is a point of discussion. The solar-powered variant is noted for its compact proportions and character, though some desire thinner cases and improved bracelet micro-adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the SPEEDTIMER's vintage-inspired aesthetics and solid build, with critiques focusing on power reserve and minor functional details.

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