Aquastar Benthos ProfessionalvsCWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black with Date

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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.

Aquastar Benthos Professional at true scale

Benthos Professional

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black with Date at true scale

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black with Date

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

13.7mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

n/a

$1,249

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
13.7mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black with Date (SF300 AS120-D)
Lume
X1 Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$1,249
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Reviews

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

Aquastar Benthos Professional

The Aquastar Benthos Professional is widely praised for its significantly slimmer 13.9mm case, which contributes to comfortable everyday wear and a sleek profile, and its ultra-legible dial. Reviewers note its well-tensioned bezel and an improved beads-of-rice bracelet. Some find the 42mm case size substantial for a dive watch, and its 38-hour power reserve is considered unremarkable. The watch is priced at $1,290 during pre-order. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Aquastar Benthos Professional highly for its comfortable wearability and legible dial at the price.

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black with Date

Owners widely praise the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black with Date for its brushed chapter ring, precise 120-click bezel, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, excellent case finishing, and improved lume. Reviewers highlight its classic, highly legible dial design and durable black PVD coating. Some users note a price increase over previous models, and the day/date function is considered by some to be a "vexing" addition. The watch is recognized for its historical significance as a military instrument. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black with Date for its robust build, legibility, and military heritage.

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