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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsGrand Seiko SBGA375

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
SBGA375
Grand SeikoSBGA375
MSRP $5,600

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
SBGA37540mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
SBGA37572h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
SBGA375100m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
SBGA375$5,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$5,600

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA375

Grand Seiko SBGA375 owners praise its classic, subtle design and the engineering of its Spring Drive movement, with one noting it "does not fail to deliver what they are known for." The dial offers good legibility, with polished side bevels on the hour markers catching light well. However, one owner scuffed the bezel within a week, and another questioned if a lug was missing. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA375 highly for its refined design and movement engineering, signaling discerning taste.

From video reviewers

The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep is a key strength. The bracelet's taper and clasp were cited as areas for improvement.

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