Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Military Divers CrystallvsOrient AA02 Diver

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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.

Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Military Divers Crystall at true scale

MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Military Divers Crystall

Orient AA02 Diver at true scale

AA02 Diver

Diameter

40mm

41.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

13.1mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

60h

highest

40h

MSRP

$593

$285

lowest

Movement

Miyota 8315

Orient F6922

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41.5mm
Thickness
13.1mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
Black
Lume
Luminova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8315
Orient F6922
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
60 hoursh
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$593
$285
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Reviews

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Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Military Divers Crystall

Owners widely praise the Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Automatic Military Divers Watch with Sapphire Crystall for its value and robust build, highlighting its stable ceramic bezel, long-lasting lume, and protective crown guard as ideal for daily wear. The Miyota 8315 automatic movement is reported to keep accurate time, with one owner noting +4 seconds per day, though another owner experienced accuracy around -20/+40 seconds per day with an NH35 movement. Some owners find the bezel action stiff and the included NATO straps too thin. Overall, owners rate the Cooper Watches MWC 1999-2001 Pattern Automatic Military Divers Watch with Sapphire Crystall highly for its durable construction and excellent specifications at its price point.

Orient AA02 Diver

Owners widely praise the Orient AA02 Diver Watch for its exceptional value and quality at its affordable price point, with many considering it a "keeper" and a "proper dive watch" offering better specifications than comparable models. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its accuracy, robustness, and understated, versatile design suitable for any occasion. The Orient F6922 automatic movement is noted for its hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and a 40-hour power reserve. Some owners have opted to replace the stock bracelet. Overall, owners rate the Orient AA02 Diver Watch highly for its impressive value and solid dive watch credentials.

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