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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450
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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch

Owners and reviewers widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its faithful homage to the original, noting the dial markings and bezel alignment. The polished steel case is a point of discussion, with some finding it incongruous for a military tool watch and others appreciating its utilitarian capabilities. The "faux patina" lume is described as too gold and glossy by one reviewer, while another finds the "QUARTZ" text and new logo "vulgar" compared to classic designs. On balance, owners and reviewers value the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its historical accuracy and tool watch aesthetic, despite some reservations about modern design choices and price.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action, making it enjoyable to handle and use. One owner finds the 36mm case comfortable after an initial adjustment period, while another reports accuracy within a few seconds of atomic time. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and enjoyable tool-watch characteristics.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Power Reserve
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Water Resistance
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch300m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
MSRP
1983 RN Divers Quartz Re-Issue Watch$1,142
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Swiss High-Torque Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,450
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