CWC RN81 Clearance Diver AutomaticvsYema Navygraf Heritage
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Measurements
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RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic

Navygraf Heritage
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
12.7mm
10.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
highest
100m
MSRP
$1,875
$990
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely praise the Yema Navygraf Heritage for its comfortable 39mm wearability and faithful reissue of a 1970s model, with craftsmanship often noted as better than expected. Some owners highlight its retro look, yellow hands for legibility, and unique case design. However, multiple owners report quality control issues, including bezel free play, misalignment, and crown seating problems. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner noting it runs at +10 to +15 seconds per day, while another regulated theirs after losing 30 seconds per day, though another owner states theirs is accurate. The bezel is described as super tight to turn by one owner, despite having precise 120 clicks. Overall, owners find the Yema Navygraf Heritage a good-looking and quirky watch with notable value for its design and build.
The 39mm case size and comfortable wearability are consistently praised. The in-house MBP1000 movement is mentioned as a strength by multiple reviewers. Reviewers disagree on the movement's quality, with one suggesting it should not have passed quality control while others highlight it as a positive feature.
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