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CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic WatchvsFarer TONNEAU

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RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
CWCRN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
MSRP $1,875
TONNEAU
FarerTONNEAU
MSRP $1,095
What people say

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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.

Farer TONNEAU

Owners widely praise the Farer TONNEAU's vibrant dial colors, with the green and electric blue versions both noted as particularly attractive, often paired with the tan leather strap. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its impressive 100m water resistance. The movement's color-matched rotor is a appreciated detail. However, opinions on the case design are split; some find it relatively thin and well-executed, while others criticize its soft silhouette, wide bezel, and clumsy proportions. The $1,250 price is noted. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Farer TONNEAU's striking dial colors and robust water resistance, though the case design elicits mixed reactions.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch41mm
TONNEAU35mm
Power Reserve
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch40h
TONNEAU56h
Water Resistance
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch300m
TONNEAU100m
MSRP
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch$1,875
TONNEAU$1,095

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
35mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L high-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$1,095
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