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CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte TopvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition

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

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition is praised for its faithful recreation of the 1968 original, featuring a 39mm case and vintage dial details. Reviewers note its comfortable bracelet and heritage-inspired design, with one calling it heritage-inspired Seiko at its best. The $450 MSRP is considered reasonable. However, the 4 o'clock crown placement can be challenging for setting the time, and some enthusiasts may find the case finishing does not meet their expectations. On balance, reviewers rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition highly for its authentic vintage design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition38.2mm
Power Reserve
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition41h
Water Resistance
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition100m
MSRP
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604
5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition$440

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
38.2mm
Thickness
12mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
44.7mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top (RN300-MT QS120)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
4R36
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$604
$440
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