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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsDan Henry 1937

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Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
193738mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
193740h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
1937
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
1937$290

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.1mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)
Gold
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$290

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What people say

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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

Owners widely praise the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black for its brushed chapter ring, precise 120-click bezel, clear sapphire crystal, excellent case finishing, and significantly improved lume. The watch is considered a terrific value with solid construction. Some owners express a preference for a matte finish for a more tool-like appearance, though polished versions offer a dressier look and easier scratch removal. On balance, owners rate the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black highly for its tool-like features and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is smooth. The price has increased due to popularity.

Dan Henry 1937

On balance, owners have mixed feelings about the Dan Henry 1937, with some finding its dial less appealing than expected while others praise its understated military aesthetic.

From video reviewers

The Dan Henry Gold 1962 Racing Chronograph features a mecha-quartz movement, specifically the Seiko VK63, which is appreciated by reviewers. The watch's two-tone steel and yellow gold finish may be a "hit or miss" from Dan Henry, suggesting it may not be universally well-received. Reviewers disagree on whether the mecha-quartz movement is a drawback, with one reviewer noting it may not appeal to those seeking a purely mechanical movement, while others may not have mentioned this as a concern.

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