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CWC 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsLongines HYDROCONQUEST

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1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
CWC1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $749
HYDROCONQUEST
LonginesHYDROCONQUEST
MSRP $2,350

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch41mm
HYDROCONQUEST39mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
HYDROCONQUEST40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
HYDROCONQUEST300m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$749
HYDROCONQUEST$2,350

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.1mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch (SF300-87)
Grey
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
L888.5
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$2,350

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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.

Longines HYDROCONQUEST

Owners widely praise the Longines HydroConquest's dial and finishing, with one owner finding it superior to a Rolex Submariner. The movement is noted as well-regulated, losing about 2 seconds per day. The watch is considered a versatile everyday or business-casual option, offering good value. However, owners criticize the bracelet for lacking tool-less micro-adjustment and describe winding the crown as a nuisance. Some in the line report tiny GMT markers that are difficult to read and the absence of a quick date adjust feature. Overall, owners rate the Longines HydroConquest highly for its finishing and value.

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