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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsFerro Race Master Chronograph

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Race Master Chronograph
FerroRace Master Chronograph
MSRP $485
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.

Ferro Race Master Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Ferro Race Master Chronograph for its comfortable 39mm brushed steel case and jubilee bracelet, noting strong lume and a beautifully engraved caseback. One owner specifically appreciates the brand's clear movement descriptions and finds the watch a great value for the price. However, one user questioned its value, initially mistaking the movement for a less expensive option, and a pre-production buyer reported communication issues regarding delays. On balance, owners rate the Ferro Race Master Chronograph highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at its price point.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Race Master Chronograph45.2mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Race Master Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Race Master Chronograph50m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Race Master Chronograph$485

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
45.2mm
Thickness
12mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45.2mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$485
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