CWC E9 Automatic DivervsResco Stainless
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Measurements
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E9 Automatic Diver

Stainless
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
lowest
50mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
MSRP
$1,391
lowest
$1,955
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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 Resco's customer service, with one owner noting their watch was repaired quickly and affordably after a severe accident, and another appreciating the brand's veteran-owned roots and Navy Seal heritage. The cases are described as strong, and the watches are considered durable and suitable for outdoor activities. One owner specifically mentions the cool dial design with small 0.2-second indices and a trident second hand. However, one owner reported rusting issues on the case by the time and date adjusting screw, which the company stated is normal and may require cleaning. Another owner felt Resco watches are not great value for money given their ETA movements and price. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a loss of -9 seconds in 7 days while the watch was breaking in. Overall, owners value Resco Stainless for its durability and strong customer service, despite some concerns about value for money and occasional case maintenance.
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