CWC E9 Automatic DivervsDamasko DSub10 black
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Measurements
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E9 Automatic Diver
DSub10 black
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
300m
MSRP
$1,391
n/a
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the CWC E9 Automatic Diver Watch for its military-spec toughness and satisfyingly easy-to-wind crown, with one owner calling it a perfect reissue. The watch is noted for its legibility and significant wrist presence, enhanced by its unique "Jolly Roger" dial design. Some critics find the CWC E9 Automatic Diver Watch overpriced for its mineral crystal and 60-click bezel, and its luminous paint is noted as low glow. Overall, owners rate the CWC E9 Automatic Diver Watch highly for its military heritage and durability as a beater watch.
Owners widely praise Damasko's hardened steel case, noting its durability and a toolish aesthetic that complements the watch's thickness. One owner considers the Damasko DSub10 black somewhat generic, feeling newer designs lack character. On balance, owners value the Damasko DSub10 black for its robust, hardened steel construction and functional design.
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