Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with SapphirevsMilitado 38mm NH35 Automatic BB58 Retro Watch ML06

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Measurements

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Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with Sapphire at true scale

MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with Sapphire

Militado 38mm NH35 Automatic BB58 Retro Watch ML06 at true scale

38mm NH35 Automatic BB58 Retro Watch ML06

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.5mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

n/a

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

41h

n/a

MSRP

$316

$149

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
46mm

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
41 hoursh
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$316
$149
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Reviews

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Cooper Watches MWC 1970s/80s Pattern Automatic 24 Jewel Military Divers Watch with Sapphire

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.

Militado 38mm NH35 Automatic BB58 Retro Watch ML06

Owners widely praise the Militado 38mm NH35 Automatic BB58 Retro Watch ML06 for its unbeatable value, with multiple sources citing a price of $119 and an NH35 automatic movement. Reviewers and owners highlight its excellent wearability at 38mm, clean dial, polished case lines, balanced proportions, and understated elegance. The watch is also noted for its strong C3 lume and high level of finishing and polishing. One owner suggests that a double-domed crystal would be a beneficial upgrade. Overall, owners rate the Militado 38mm NH35 Automatic BB58 Retro Watch ML06 highly for its exceptional value and appealing design.

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