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CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC diver for its historical significance, build quality, and tool-watch nature, with many finding it comfortable and a go-to piece. Some owners appreciate the fixed springbars for NATO straps and the option of various case finishes. However, the CWC is frequently considered overpriced, with buyers paying a premium for the brand's history and reissue status, especially for the automatic version. The acrylic bezel's durability and the "faux patina" lume color are noted concerns for some. On balance, owners and reviewers find the CWC diver to be a well-built, historically significant tool watch, though many question its value proposition at its price point.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto is praised for its redesigned dial that balances complexity and legibility, forming an "H" logo and highlighting the H-10-S movement. Owners appreciate the 80-hour power reserve and the seamless blend of the bracelet with the lugs. The watch is available in 40mm and 36mm sizes, with prices ranging from A$1,925 to A$2,200, and features 50m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto highly for its distinctive dial design and impressive power reserve at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 automatic movement is a notable strength. Water resistance to 5 ATM is considered on the lower side for the price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch41mm
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto36mm
Power Reserve
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto80h
Water Resistance
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch300m
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto50m
MSRP
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch$1,875
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto$1,475

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Skeleton
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
purple
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Hamilton H-10-S
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$1,475
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