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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsFortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT
FortisFlieger F-43 Triple-GMT
MSRP $4,840

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT43mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT56h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT200m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT$4,840

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$4,840

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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.

Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT

The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT is widely praised for its stunning dial execution, COSC-certified Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve, and legible Brixtrack luminous indices. Owners and reviewers highlight the surprisingly wearable 43mm titanium case and bracelet, noting its lightness and comfort despite the size, with one source specifically mentioning a quick-adjustable extension. The watch offers 200m water resistance and features a Synchroline indicator. However, some owners note the titanium scratches easily and the bracelet can be difficult to size. The watch is priced at €4,500. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT highly for its purpose-focused pilot's watch design and innovative movement.

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