Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern 24 Jewel Military DiversvsEONIQ Diver - DBK01

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Measurements
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MWC 1970s/80s Pattern 24 Jewel Military Divers

Diver - DBK01
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
47.5mm
Thickness
n/a
13.3mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$316
$248
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners report the Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with Sapphire has lume reminiscent of aircraft gauges and praise its bezel text against the matte black ceramic. One owner finds their Cooper watch solid, giving it a 7/10 and noting good construction and movements but suggests it isn't for rough handling. Another owner notes the watch is about 2mm thicker than a Rolex Submariner due to tritium vials. On balance, owners appreciate the Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with Sapphire for its distinctive lume and bezel text.
Owners praise the Eoniq Diver - DBK01's craftsmanship. One owner notes a watchmaker's comment that Asian watches, including Eoniq, could improve by reducing thickness. The lining up of some dial elements is imperfect, though this is far less noticeable in person than in macro shots. Overall, owners rate the Eoniq Diver - DBK01 highly for its craftsmanship, despite minor dial alignment critiques.
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