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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsDan Henry 1962

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Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
1962
Dan Henry1962
MSRP $280

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
196239mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
196240h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
1962
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
1962$280

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$280

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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 1962

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1962 for its legibility and attractive panda dial, noting its value under $300. However, some find its quartz chronograph functionality limited. One owner reports strap fitting difficulties due to tight tolerances and poor lume that fades quickly, with glowing sub-dial hands hindering legibility. Another owner describes black hands on black sub-dials as an issue for visibility. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1962 highly for its attractive panda dial and value, despite some concerns about its quartz chronograph functionality and legibility.

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