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CWC E9 Quartz Diver WatchvsSpinnaker Bradner GMT

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E9 Quartz Diver Watch
CWCE9 Quartz Diver Watch
MSRP $749
Bradner GMT
SpinnakerBradner GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
E9 Quartz Diver Watch41mm
Bradner GMT42mm
Power Reserve
E9 Quartz Diver Watch40h
Bradner GMT40h
Water Resistance
E9 Quartz Diver Watch300m
Bradner GMT180m
MSRP
E9 Quartz Diver Watch$749
Bradner GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
180m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch (E9 QS120)
Brown
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$299

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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.

Spinnaker Bradner GMT

The Spinnaker Bradner GMT is praised for its awesome lume and comfortable wearability, with one owner noting the rubber strap is very comfortable and the beads of rice bracelet fits well on smaller wrists. Some find its 15mm thickness and bold colorway may not appeal to everyone, and one owner views it as more of a casual GMT with tool-watch styling than a diver. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner GMT highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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