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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsSternglas Naos XL

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Naos XL
SternglasNaos XL
MSRP $237

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Naos XL42mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Naos XL
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Naos XL50m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Naos XL$237

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
6.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9U15
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$237

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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.

Sternglas Naos XL

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XL for its versatile Bauhaus design, domed sapphire crystal, and value, with some finding its larger size comfortable and refined for its price. However, opinions are split on its aesthetic appeal, with one owner finding the hands and face underwhelming, while others appreciate the minimalistic dial. The date font is noted as too small to be useful by one owner, and the stock strap is generally considered basic or prone to wear. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a Miyota movement running fast and another noting +13 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XL highly for its Bauhaus aesthetics and affordability, despite some reservations about the movement and strap.

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