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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue WatchvsZelos Swordfish 3

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Swordfish 3
ZelosSwordfish 3
MSRP $399
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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.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its strong value, with reviewers highlighting the textured sandwich dial, Seiko NH35 movement, 200m water resistance, and surprisingly good bracelet. The titanium construction is noted for making the watch compact and comfortable, weighing 117g. Some owners find the dimensions fine on paper and based on experience with other models. One reviewer flagged that legibility can suffer in bright light and bracelet edges are sharp. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its incredible value and fun design, particularly with unique dial options.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch45mm
Swordfish 340mm
Power Reserve
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch40h
Swordfish 340h
Water Resistance
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch300m
Swordfish 3200m
MSRP
1987 SBS Quartz Diver Re-Issue Watch$1,142
Swordfish 3$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
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