AV86 1956 MarinevsCooper Watches MWC 1985 Pattern Military Divers Watch with Chromed Case and Sapphire Crystal

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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.

AV86 1956 Marine at true scale

1956 Marine

Cooper Watches MWC 1985 Pattern Military Divers Watch with Chromed Case and Sapphire Crystal at true scale

MWC 1985 Pattern Military Divers Watch with Chromed Case and Sapphire Crystal

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.5mm

Thickness

n/a

13.1mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

n/a

$380

Movement

Seiko VH31

Ronda 715Li

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Chromed Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
Dial Color
Light Blue
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VH31
Ronda 715Li
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$380
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Reviews

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

AV86 1956 Marine

Owners find the 41mm case comfortable and appreciate the AV86 1956 Marine's in-person appearance. One owner notes uneven lume application, with the dial glowing but the bezel not. The AV86 1956 Marine is considered a fashion watch, with some owners suggesting better quality alternatives exist for the price, though personal preference for the look is acknowledged. On balance, owners rate the AV86 1956 Marine positively for its comfortable wearability and aesthetic appeal, despite some reservations about its value proposition.

Cooper Watches MWC 1985 Pattern Military Divers Watch with Chromed Case and Sapphire Crystal

Owners widely praise the Cooper Watches MWC 1985 Pattern Military Divers Watch with Chromed Case and Sapphire Crystal for its quality build, fantastic lume, and ideal handset and layout. Some find it a good value for the price with a minimalist look, noting solid construction and sapphire crystals. However, reviewers and owners flag that the bezel action is very stiff, and the supplied NATO straps are too thin, making the watch feel top-heavy. One user warns against the brand due to past fraudulent claims of military supply and low quality. Overall, owners rate the Cooper Watches MWC 1985 Pattern Military Divers Watch with Chromed Case and Sapphire Crystal well for its build quality and lume at its price point, despite some concerns about strap quality and bezel action.

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