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CWC RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2vsTimefactors PRS-30

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RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2
CWCRN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2
MSRP $1,249
PRS-30
TimefactorsPRS-30
MSRP $1,013
What people say

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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.

Timefactors PRS-30

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS for its excellent value and solid construction, with many appreciating its aesthetic details like cream dials and blued hands. Some owners note the well-built but stiff 5-link bracelet on certain models, and one owner reported noticeable rotor wobble from a Miyota movement. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS highly for its robust build and attractive design at a fraction of the price of competitors.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.241mm
PRS-3042mm
Power Reserve
RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.240h
PRS-30
Water Resistance
RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2300m
PRS-30100m
MSRP
RN Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2$1,249
PRS-30$1,013

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
ETA 2824-2
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,249
$1,013
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