CWC RN81 Clearance Diver AutomaticvsVenezianico Nereide Ceramica

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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 at true scale

RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic

Venezianico Nereide Ceramica at true scale

Nereide Ceramica

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

49mm

Thickness

12.7mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$1,875

$1,001

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$1,001
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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

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.

Venezianico Nereide Ceramica

The Venezianico Nereide Ceramica is praised for its attractive design and good build quality at its price point, with reviewers noting the unique tungsten bezel and handsome dial. Owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement offers good timekeeping, though one forum user observed a deviation of around -6 seconds per day. Some owners find the bracelet's split pins and lack of a half-link disappointing, while others highlight the watch's thin profile and wearability. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Venezianico Nereide Ceramica a strong value proposition for its design and build.