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CWC E9 Quartz Diver WatchvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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E9 Quartz Diver Watch
CWCE9 Quartz Diver Watch
MSRP $749
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
E9 Quartz Diver Watch41mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
E9 Quartz Diver Watch40h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
E9 Quartz Diver Watch300m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
E9 Quartz Diver Watch$749
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch (E9 QS120)
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$665

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What people say

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CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch

The CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch is praised for its historical significance, unique Jolly Roger dial, and military-spec build. Owners report it is thin, small, very legible, and has a satisfyingly easy-to-wind crown, with some noting its accuracy and clean lume application. However, the luminous paint on the Jolly Roger is described as low glow, and one owner reported their T20 model had an inaccurate quartz movement and a soft acrylic crystal that scratches easily. Some find the Jolly Roger design "out there," while others like its unique aesthetic. Some feel it is overpriced for its components, particularly the standard Ronda movement. Overall, owners rate the CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch highly for its unique aesthetic and military-inspired build.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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