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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsDryden Chrono Diver Hometown

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Chrono Diver Hometown
DrydenChrono Diver Hometown
MSRP $349

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Chrono Diver Hometown42mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Chrono Diver Hometown40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Chrono Diver Hometown100m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Chrono Diver Hometown$349

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Steel
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$349

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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.

Dryden Chrono Diver Hometown

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver for its fit, feel, and finishing, with many appreciating its vintage-inspired design and the value it offers at its price point. The Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement is frequently cited as a reliable and cost-effective choice. Some owners note that the chronograph pushers lack the tactile click of mechanical chronographs, and the 42mm case with a 49mm lug-to-lug may wear large on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Chrono Diver highly for its attractive design and excellent finishing at the price.

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