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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsPhoibos Reef Master

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Reef Master
PhoibosReef Master
MSRP $335

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Reef Master42mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Reef Master40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Reef Master200m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Reef Master$335

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH38
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$335

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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.

Phoibos Reef Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Reef Master for its exceptional value, highlighting its sapphire crystal, DLC coating, and extensive BGW9 lume. The watch is noted for its cool lume, with one owner finding it not bulky despite its robust build. The Shamrock Green dial and texture are highly praised, as is the comfortable bracelet with solid end links. However, the bezel action is described as rough, and the basic folding clasp is a disappointment. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner seeing +-2 sec/day. Some find the 42mm size almost too big for their wrists, and the date window is considered too small. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Reef Master highly for its impressive feature set and value at its price point.

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