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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsGrand Seiko SLGA015

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
SLGA015
Grand SeikoSLGA015
MSRP $12,600

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
SLGA01543.8mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
SLGA015120h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
SLGA015200m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
SLGA015$12,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
43.8mm
Thickness
12mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
200m

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
9RA5
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
120h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$12,600

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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 SLGA015

The Grand Seiko SLGA015 is widely praised for its exceptional accuracy, with owners reporting performance far exceeding the stated 10 seconds per month. The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep and 5-day power reserve are also noted strengths, as is the lighter titanium case construction. However, some owners find the bracelet extension non-intuitive, and one noted the clasp scratched easily. The watch features a nature-inspired, wave-like dial texture. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SLGA015 highly for its impressive accuracy and quality construction.

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