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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsPhoibos Eagle Ray GMT

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Eagle Ray GMT
PhoibosEagle Ray GMT
MSRP $250
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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch for its bombproof, no-nonsense, toolish design and military connection, with the PVD finish being a liked feature. Reviewers highlight its highly legible, classic dial and durable, tool-like PVD-coated case that shows remarkable resilience. The Ronda 517 quartz movement is appreciated for grab-and-go reliability and good seconds hand accuracy, with one owner noting it aligns closely with indices. The 45mm case size and fixed spring bars are seen by some as positive for NATO strap wear. Some owners find the £700 price steep for a quartz watch, comparing it unfavorably to similarly specified alternatives. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch highly for its rugged military aesthetics and reliable tool-watch functionality at its price point.

Phoibos Eagle Ray GMT

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Eagle Ray GMT for its perfect dial, attractive case finishing, and the Miyota 9015 movement, with the vintage gold coloring and second hand hitting all indices noted as highlights. One owner called it a "love at first sight" purchase. However, some owners question the crystal's reflectivity and readability, and the 47mm lug-to-lug measurement may be tight on smaller wrists, with the included leather strap also noted as potentially unsuitable. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Eagle Ray GMT highly for its attractive finishing and movement at the price.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch45mm
Eagle Ray GMT41mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Eagle Ray GMT40h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Eagle Ray GMT300m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$1,142
Eagle Ray GMT$250

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
45mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
10.5mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
SWISS RONDA 515-24H

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$250
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