Breitling Avenger AutomaticvsCWC [VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch

[VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch
CWC[VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch

Ref. vault-cwc-rn81-clearance-diver-automatic-watch·MSRP $1,792

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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.

Breitling Avenger Automatic at true scale

Avenger Automatic

CWC [VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch at true scale

[VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch

Diameter

42mm

45mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

12.2mm

lowest

12.7mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$4,900

$1,792

lowest

Movement

Breitling Caliber 17

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
12.15mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$1,792
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Reviews

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Breitling Avenger Automatic

Owners widely report the Breitling Avenger Automatic's robust build and clean dial offer excellent legibility, with some finding it surprisingly wearable on smaller wrists and comfortable for daily wear. Reviewers note its streamlined, contemporary update to the collection, featuring a brushed middle case and stepped lug bevels. Owners report accuracy ranging from +1/+2 seconds per day to about -6 seconds per day, and some express reservations about the 42-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Avenger Automatic highly for its bold, bombproof design and versatile aesthetic.

CWC [VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch for its vintage-inspired aesthetic, milspec bezel, and lume details, with many finding it incredibly legible even in the dark. The watch is considered great value for its price, featuring top-notch crown, bezel, and case finishing, and has proven durable, surviving accidental drops. Some owners find the case a bit thick and large, and one owner prefers the PVD finish over the polished case. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch highly for its legibility and robust build at its price point.

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