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CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte TopvsPompeak Sub-Aquatic

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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.

Pompeak Sub-Aquatic

Owners widely praise the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic for its exceptional quality, with the 904L stainless steel case and bracelet, ceramic bezel insert, and waffle dial with a pleasing color gradient frequently highlighted. The Sellita SW200-1 movement and 200m water resistance are noted as strong specifications. The bracelet is considered outstanding and the overall fit and finish are reported as better than lesser alternatives, representing stupendous value for money. On balance, owners rate the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic highly for its exceptional quality and value, with the bracelet and dial being particular points of praise.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
Sub-Aquatic40mm
Power Reserve
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
Sub-Aquatic38h
Water Resistance
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
Sub-Aquatic200m
MSRP
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604
Sub-Aquatic$915

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
904L 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)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$604
$915
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