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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsFarer MOONPHASE

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
MOONPHASE
FarerMOONPHASE
MSRP $1,795
What people say

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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely report the CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch as very hard-wearing, with good seconds hand alignment and perfect bezel alignment with crisp action. The lume is described as pretty good despite fauxtina, and the watch gains approximately 3 seconds per month. Some owners consider the CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch overpriced, while others appreciate its bombproof, toolish design and military heritage.

Farer MOONPHASE

Owners widely praise the Farer MOONPHASE for its unique design, hand-painted moon elements, and satisfying construction, with many highlighting the X1 Super-LumiNova indices and numerals for excellent nighttime legibility. The watch features a 38.5mm cushion case with a distinctive "grain twist" finish and is powered by a Sellita SW288-1 Ma Elaboré Grade movement. Some owners find the moonphase complication easy to set and appreciate the brand's customer service. However, opinions are divided on the price, with some finding it a bit high, and the lume on the hands and hour markers receives mixed feedback, with one owner describing it as "absolute trash" and another as "almost non-existent" while others note its legibility. The thickness of the included leather straps is also mentioned as a trade-off. Overall, owners rate the Farer MOONPHASE highly for its unique character and hand-crafted details at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Farer MOONPHASE has amazing lume and a reliable movement. The case finishing is not perfect, with a polishing flaw. Reviewers disagree on the watch's design, with one highlighting the unique moonphase complication and range of designs, while the other does not mention any specific design-related issues.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
MOONPHASE38.5mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
MOONPHASE45h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
MOONPHASE50m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
MOONPHASE$1,795

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Moonphase
Diameter
41mm
38.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43.8mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW288-1
Type
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
45h
Jewels
25
18

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$1,795
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