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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsFortis Marinemaster M-40

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Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
Marinemaster M-40
FortisMarinemaster M-40
MSRP $3,520

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
Marinemaster M-4040mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
Marinemaster M-4038h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
Marinemaster M-40300m
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
Marinemaster M-40$3,520

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW220-1
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$3,520

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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.

Fortis Marinemaster M-40

Owners praise the Fortis Amber Orange for its gorgeous appearance and strong wrist presence, noting its crazy lume and 70-hour power reserve. The Doxa SUB 300T, described as having a superb, eccentric design with a highly legible dial and functional no-decompression bezel, uses an ETA 2824-2 movement. However, the SUB 300T's 42.5mm case wears large and its 14mm thickness is not ideal for dress shirts, though it boasts 1,200m water resistance. On balance, owners appreciate the Fortis Amber Orange for its striking aesthetics and impressive lume.

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