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CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic WatchvsCIGA Design MOON WALKER

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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.

CIGA Design MOON WALKER

The CIGA Design MOON WALKER is praised for its unique storytelling dial, featuring a realistic 0.01mm CNC microengraved lunar surface and a sandblasted, silver-coated astronaut figurine to indicate time. Reviewers highlight the 46mm lugless titanium case with a clean, high-gloss polish, noting its lighter weight and rubber strap contribute to improved wearability and comfort. Legibility is described as requiring a pause to read the astronaut's position, prioritizing narrative over instantaneous time-telling. The watch features a domed sapphire crystal, contributing to its 17.05mm profile. Overall, reviewers find the CIGA Design MOON WALKER a compelling watch for its innovative design and narrative focus.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch41mm
MOON WALKER46mm
Power Reserve
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
MOON WALKER41h
Water Resistance
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch300m
MOON WALKER50m
MSRP
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch$1,875
MOON WALKER$1,699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
46mm
Thickness
12.7mm
17.05mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
CIGA Design CD-09
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$1,699
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