CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic WatchvsGlycine Combat Sub Vintage

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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

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage at true scale

Combat Sub Vintage

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

12.7mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$1,875

$540

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
Black
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
38h
Jewels
0
25
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$540
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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.

Glycine Combat Sub Vintage

The Glycine Combat Sub Vintage is widely praised by owners for its perfect proportions and slim profile, with one owner noting a thinness of 10.4mm. The unique, non-homage design is a significant draw. However, some owners report sub-par lume and inconsistent power reserve. One owner of a 39mm variant also noted a slightly off-color lume pip on the chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage highly for its wearability and distinct design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The slim 10.5mm thickness is a consensus strength. Reviewers noted the two-tone option as an aesthetic appeal. No consensus weakness was identified.

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