CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic WatchvsMarathon Jeep Rubicon GSAR

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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

Marathon Jeep Rubicon GSAR at true scale

Jeep Rubicon GSAR

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

12.7mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$1,875

lowest

$2,100

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12.7mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$2,100
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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.

Marathon Jeep Rubicon GSAR

Owners widely praise the Marathon Jeep Rubicon GSAR as a rugged, high-quality tool watch that successfully blends Jeep branding with Marathon's functional design, noting its durable build, satisfying bezel action, and attractive, clean dials. The tritium illumination is a key feature, though its half-life necessitates eventual replacement. Some owners find the Jeep logo to be a corporate element that detracts from Marathon's heritage, while others appreciate the laser-engraved Jeep grill detail. The watch is priced at $1,500 USD and features a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Jeep Rubicon GSAR highly for its robust construction and unique tritium lume, despite some reservations about the branding.

From video reviewers

Illumination technology is a consensus strength. Reviewers did not agree on a specific weakness.

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