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CWC RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2vsFerro Race Master Automatic

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CWC RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2

Owners widely praise the CWC RN Diver for its build quality, comfortable wearability, and classic design with desirable brand heritage, suitable for diving. Some owners consider it a favorite, appreciating its case wear and aging tritium as a classic replacement for previous military issue watches. However, a common complaint across multiple sources is the fixed spring bars, which limit strap options, and some find the watch overpriced for its features, particularly when compared to other military-style watches or when noting specific branding text. One owner wishes CWC offered a smaller diver size. On balance, owners rate the CWC RN Diver highly for its utilitarian capabilities and historical connection, despite concerns about strap versatility and value.

Ferro Race Master Automatic

Owners widely praise the Ferro Race Master Automatic for its value, with one enthusiast highlighting the British racing green dial, strong lume, beautifully engraved case back, and comfortable 39mm brushed steel case. The transparent movement descriptions are also appreciated. However, one owner reported poor communication and suspected delays regarding a pre-production order. On balance, owners rate the Ferro Race Master Automatic highly for its dial aesthetics and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.241mm
Race Master Automatic45.2mm
Power Reserve
RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2
Race Master Automatic
Water Resistance
RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2300m
Race Master Automatic50m
MSRP
RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2$1,249
Race Master Automatic$585

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
45.2mm
Thickness
0mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
CWC RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2, Stainless Steel (RN300-MT AS120)
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$585
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