Side by side

CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue WatchvsGeckota Phalanx

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Phalanx
GeckotaPhalanx
MSRP $349
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch for its faithful homage to vintage military divers, highlighting details like the dial markings, luminous acrylic bezel, vintage logo, and well-proportioned hands. One owner reports accuracy under +2 seconds per day. However, some find the "faux patina" lume too gold and glossy, and the polished case unusual for a military watch. The fixed lugs are noted as a potential drawback for some, though others appreciate them as a tool watch feature. Opinions on the value are split, with some questioning the $2.5k price point due to the ETA movement, while others see it as a strong alternative to more expensive watches. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch well for its vintage aesthetic and tool watch capabilities, despite some reservations about its price and specific execution details.

Geckota Phalanx

The Phalanx pairs a proven ETA 2824-2 movement with robust military-grade durability, enduring rigorous stress testing and field conditions without compromise. Its matte finish and tactical aesthetic deliver premium perceived quality at a competitive price point for a 300m dive watch with Mil-Spec credentials.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch45mm
Phalanx42mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
Phalanx40h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
Phalanx300m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$3,747
Phalanx$349

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Follow this matchup

Get a note when CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch vs Geckota Phalanx gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.