CWC (Cabot Watch Company) RN81 Diver Automatic WatchvsLIV Watches NEW! GX-Diver's 44mm Fusion Rose Cobalt

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Measurements

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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) RN81 Diver Automatic Watch at true scale

RN81 Diver Automatic Watch

LIV Watches NEW! GX-Diver's 44mm Fusion Rose Cobalt at true scale

NEW! GX-Diver's 44mm Fusion Rose Cobalt

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

12.7mm

lowest

12.9mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

n/a

68h

MSRP

$2,858

$1,050

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12.7mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,858
$1,050
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Reviews

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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) RN81 Diver Automatic Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) RN81 Diver Automatic Watch for its robust build and preferred dial layout, featuring an iconic big triangle and sword hands reminiscent of the 1980 original. The bezel action is described as nice and chunky, and the case wears beautifully. Some reviewers note the polished case sides and "faux patina" lume color as unusual or slightly glossy for a military-issued watch, and fixed springbars are flagged as a potential drawback. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting it running 3 seconds fast per 24 hours. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) RN81 Diver Automatic Watch for its faithful homage design and solid construction, despite some reservations about its finishing and price point.

LIV Watches NEW! GX-Diver's 44mm Fusion Rose Cobalt

Owners praise the LIV Watches NEW! GX-Diver's 44mm Fusion Rose Cobalt for its unique color and texture, with one owner impressed by the craftsmanship of the cobalt blue and rose gold finish. The brand's attention to detail and overall quality are also noted positively. Some owners find LIV's dials busy, though divers are considered slightly better. The watches are described as large, with available sizes of 41mm and 44mm. On balance, owners appreciate the LIV Watches NEW! GX-Diver's 44mm Fusion Rose Cobalt for its distinctive aesthetic and perceived quality.

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