CWC [VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic WatchvsDOXA SUB 200 II

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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.

CWC [VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch at true scale

[VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch

DOXA SUB 200 II at true scale

SUB 200 II

Diameter

45mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

12.7mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$1,792

$1,750

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45mm
44mm
Thickness
12.7mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Caribbean

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,792
$1,750
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Reviews

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CWC [VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch for its vintage-inspired aesthetic, milspec bezel, and lume details, with many finding it incredibly legible even in the dark. The watch is considered great value for its price, featuring top-notch crown, bezel, and case finishing, and has proven durable, surviving accidental drops. Some owners find the case a bit thick and large, and one owner prefers the PVD finish over the polished case. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch highly for its legibility and robust build at its price point.

DOXA SUB 200 II

Owners widely report the DOXA SUB 200 II wears smaller than its 44mm case size suggests due to its shape and lug length, and praise its new fumé dials. Reviewers note the collection's retro style, 200m water resistance, and the inclusion of beige Super-LumiNova. Some owners and reviewers criticize the watch for increasing in size and price, going against current downsizing trends, and the Sellita SW200-1 movement's 38-hour power reserve is flagged as less competitive than others. The Milanese bracelet is also mentioned as a potentially divisive feature, and the lack of on-the-fly clasp adjustment is noted. Overall, owners and reviewers find the DOXA SUB 200 II appealing for its retro design and unique fumé dials, despite concerns about its size and price increase.

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