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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsSchofield Obscura

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
Obscura
SchofieldObscura
MSRP $12,139

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
Obscura44mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Obscura57h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Obscura200m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
Obscura$12,139

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
44mm
Thickness
12mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
52.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Damascus Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Unitas 6498-2
Type
Quartz
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
57h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$12,139

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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.

Schofield Obscura

The Schofield Obscura is recognized for its unique Damascus steel case with a textured, reptile-scale or cellular finish and a multi-level dial enhanced by vibrant, multi-emission Super-LumiNova. This hand-wound timepiece is powered by a Unitas/ETA 6498-2 movement, visible through smoked sapphire crystals. It is limited to 40 pieces and priced around £9,558. On balance, reviewers highlight the Schofield Obscura's distinctive case and dial as its primary draw, making it a notable piece for collectors.

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