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CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte TopvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
CWCRN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
MSRP $604
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$604
$935

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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.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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