Bremont S302vsCWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch

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Measurements

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Bremont S302 at true scale

S302

CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch at true scale

1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

13mm

12.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$3,900

$2,458

lowest

Movement

Bremont BE-92AE

ETA 2824-2

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Bremont BE-92AE
ETA 2824-2

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,900
$2,458
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Reviews

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

Bremont S302

The Bremont S302 is widely praised for its balanced 40mm proportions and legible matte dial, featuring attractive tan accents. Reviewers note its satisfying bezel action and comfortable lug design, with one owner highlighting its scratch-resistant case as a true tool watch feature. However, some find the GMT bezel's integration a compromise and note potential alignment issues with the GMT hand and bezel that may require service. The watch is priced at £3,700 / over $4,000, with some considering its ETA movement high for the cost compared to competitors. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont S302 for its handsome, functional dive GMT design and wearability, despite some reservations about its GMT functionality and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Bremont S302 features 300m water resistance and a GMT complication. Reviewers noted potential quality control and design issues, along with bracelet problems.

CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch for its faithful recreation of military aesthetics and historical dial markings, with many finding its 41mm size and wearability excellent. The fixed spring bars are a liked feature for some, enabling secure NATO strap wear. However, criticism is directed at the "faux patina" lume, which some find too gold, glossy, or mismatched between hands and hour markers, with the hour markers' lume described as overly shiny and convex. Some owners also flag the steep pricing and fixed bars as drawbacks for those not preferring NATO straps. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch highly for its authentic vintage military design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The watch's accurate movement is a notable strength. A potential weakness is its relatively high price point. Reviewers disagree on the watch's water-resistance, with one reviewer suggesting it could be improved and the other not mentioning any issues with water-resistance.

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