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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100
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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 SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
10.4mm
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

1 specs
Caliber
9F82

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$3,100
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