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Farer PILOT SERIES IIvsCWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

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PILOT SERIES II
FarerPILOT SERIES II
MSRP $1,350
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
What people say

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Farer PILOT SERIES II

Owners widely praise the Farer PILOT SERIES II for its purposeful design, remarkable legibility, and trademark use of color, with many finding its 39mm case and 45mm lug-to-lug dimensions to be perfect proportions. Some owners, however, find the watch pricey and note its use of grade 2 titanium. Opinions are split on the minute numerals on the black dial, with some finding them less appealing. One owner noted a misaligned Roman I index on a specific model. On balance, owners rate the Farer PILOT SERIES II highly for its unique dial designs and excellent wearability.

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

Owners widely praise the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black for its brushed chapter ring, precise 120-click bezel, clear sapphire crystal, excellent case finishing, and significantly improved lume. The watch is considered a terrific value with solid construction. Some owners express a preference for a matte finish for a more tool-like appearance, though polished versions offer a dressier look and easier scratch removal. On balance, owners rate the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black highly for its tool-like features and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is smooth. The price has increased due to popularity.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PILOT SERIES II40mm
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
Power Reserve
PILOT SERIES II56h
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
Water Resistance
PILOT SERIES II100m
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
MSRP
PILOT SERIES II$1,350
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47mm
Material
Grade 2 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$1,249
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