CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-IssuevsTissot Seastar 1000

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue at true scale

1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue

Tissot Seastar 1000 at true scale

Seastar 1000

Diameter

41mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

n/a

9.7mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$749

$515

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Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
n/a
9.67mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
n/a
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
White
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$515
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue

Owners widely praise the CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch for its hard-wearing, bombproof toolish design and military heritage, with many citing excellent wearability, especially on a NATO strap. Reviewers note its precise timekeeping, gaining approximately 3 seconds per month, and the bezel action is described as crisp with perfect alignment. Some owners report cleanly applied and bright lume, despite a vintage-tinted dial and fauxtina markers. The 41mm case is noted for its wearability and shorter lug-to-lug distance. Some owners consider the CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch overpriced for its components, particularly the standard Ronda quartz movement, with some suggesting alternatives offer better value. Criticisms include a few small dings or nicks noted in the coating or bezel, and fixed spring bars are mentioned as a potential issue.

Tissot Seastar 1000

Owners praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its 300m water resistance and Swiss quartz movement at its price point, with some highlighting its solid build and value. However, criticisms include ill-proportioned hands and indices, a bezel that can be hard to read, and unremarkable lume. Some owners find the bracelet clasp flimsy, and the lack of anti-reflective coating causes glare. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 well for its robust water resistance and value proposition in a Swiss quartz package.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve is a shared strength. Reviewers also agree that the 40mm case size significantly improves wearability.

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