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CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic WatchvsPagani Design PD-1691

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1691

Owners report an index falling off the dial of the Pagani Design PD-1691 shortly after purchase, with one owner noting the bracelet and clasp feel cheap and rattle, observing a significant quality difference compared to higher-end brands. Overall, owners find the Pagani Design PD-1691 to have significant quality control issues with its dial and bracelet components.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch41mm
PD-169139.7mm
Power Reserve
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch40h
PD-169140h
Water Resistance
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch300m
PD-1691200m
MSRP
RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch$1,875
PD-1691$146

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
39.7mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 8215

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$146
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