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CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte TopvsFarer AQUAMATIC

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RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
CWCRN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
MSRP $604
AQUAMATIC
FarerAQUAMATIC
MSRP $875

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
AQUAMATIC38.5mm
Power Reserve
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
AQUAMATIC41h
Water Resistance
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
AQUAMATIC200m
MSRP
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604
AQUAMATIC$875

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
38.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top (RN300-MT QS120)
Blue
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Sellita SW220-1
Type
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$604
$875

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What people say

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CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

Owners widely praise the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top for its excellent matte case finishing, precise seconds hand alignment, and dial reminiscent of vintage military watches. The Mk.2 upgrades, including a sapphire crystal, improved lume, and a precise 120-click bezel described as perfection with no play, are consistently highlighted as significant improvements over earlier versions. One owner noted the quartz movement gained 8 seconds over several months. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top highly for its solid construction, military significance, and terrific value.

Farer AQUAMATIC

Owners widely praise the Farer AQUAMATIC for its vibrant color palettes, clean design, and excellent wearability, particularly on its 38.5mm case, with multiple sources highlighting its value under $1,000 and the inclusion of multiple strap options. Reviewers and owners alike commend its build quality and dial details, with one owner noting the double AR coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting great timekeeping and another experiencing a watch running about 4 seconds per hour slow, requiring service. Some find the Sellita SW220-1 movement unremarkable, and the day/date font colors are noted by one owner as making the dial feel busy, while bezel grip is described as okay with slight wiggle, common for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Farer AQUAMATIC highly for its fun design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Farer AQUAMATIC features a visually appealing design with bold red accents and a spearmint dial. The watch's Swiss-made movement is a notable aspect. The price point is a trade-off against more established brands in the market.

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