CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic WatchvsBoldr Expedition II

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch at true scale

RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch

Boldr Expedition II at true scale

Expedition II

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

12.7mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$1,875

$699

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Thickness
12.7mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
I Eiger

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$699
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch for its build quality and comfortable wear, with some appreciating the fixed springbars and historical significance as a tool watch. However, reviewers and owners note the "faux patina" lume color is considered too gold and glossy, and some find the polished case and dial text/logo less appealing. The CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch is also seen as overpriced by some, with concerns raised about the acrylic bezel's durability and import taxes for US buyers. On balance, owners and reviewers value the CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch for its faithful reissue design and historical connection, though price and specific aesthetic choices are points of contention.

Boldr Expedition II

Owners widely praise the Boldr Expedition II for its legible dials, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, with many appreciating the functional field watch design and bead-blasted finish. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the compact 41mm case size as ideal for daily wear, and the Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered good for the price. Some owners note minor criticisms such as the stock straps, a slightly large feel for smaller wrists, or dial contrast issues on specific variants. The lume is generally considered good, though one owner notes it fades quickly if not worn. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Boldr Expedition II highly for its tool watch functionality and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Boldr Expedition II's solid construction and reliability are notable strengths. A weakness is the potential for dim lume brightness, as the entire dial is fully covered in lume but the reviewer's assessment implies it might be inadequate.

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