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CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsGrand Seiko SBGW257

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Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249
SBGW257
Grand SeikoSBGW257
MSRP $38,000

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
SBGW25738mm
Power Reserve
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
SBGW25772h
Water Resistance
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
SBGW25730m
MSRP
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249
SBGW257$38,000

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
300m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
9S64
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$38,000

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGW257

The Grand Seiko SBGW257 is a platinum dress watch praised for its refined, subtle luxury and classic design. Reviewers highlight its 38mm diameter and 10.9mm thickness as near-perfect sizing for a dress watch. The watch features an 18k white gold dial with a sunray-brushed silver finish and gold hour markers, complemented by a refined application of the Grand Seiko wordmark. It is powered by the manual-wind Caliber 9S64 movement, offering a 72-hour power reserve and an accuracy rating of +5 to -3 seconds per day. The Grand Seiko SBGW257 is priced at €39,000. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGW257 for its exquisite finishing and classic proportions, embodying a quiet luxury.

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