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

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Khuraburi
HELMKhuraburi
MSRP $310
What people say

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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.

HELM Khuraburi

Owners widely report the HELM Khuraburi is liked, with one owner noting it arrived in perfect condition. Some owners find the HELM Khuraburi to be on the large side. On balance, owners rate the HELM Khuraburi positively for its condition and general appeal, despite some finding it large.

From video reviewers

The HELM Khuraburi offers a rugged, solid build for its price point. Availability is a significant drawback, with the watch being difficult to acquire due to infrequent stock.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch45mm
Khuraburi42mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
Khuraburi40h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
Khuraburi300m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$3,747
Khuraburi$310

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$310
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