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CWC Tamar Quartz Divers WatchvsPompeak Sub-Aquatic

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Tamar Quartz Divers Watch
CWCTamar Quartz Divers Watch
MSRP $749
Sub-Aquatic
PompeakSub-Aquatic
MSRP $915
What people say

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CWC Tamar Quartz Divers Watch

Owners widely appreciate the CWC RN Diver's historical significance and vintage aesthetic, with one owner specifically noting the pleasing click of the bezel. However, some owners find the £900 price point unjustified for a quartz watch with average finishing and faux indices, with one reporting a case polish mark and chipping after a few months. Another owner finds the CWC GS a versatile and reliable field watch, though its size may be an issue for those with larger wrists. On balance, owners find the CWC RN Diver appealing for its historical nods and design, though some question its value proposition at the current price.

Pompeak Sub-Aquatic

Owners widely praise the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic for its exceptional quality, with the 904L stainless steel case and bracelet, ceramic bezel insert, and waffle dial with a pleasing color gradient frequently highlighted. The Sellita SW200-1 movement and 200m water resistance are noted as strong specifications. The bracelet is considered outstanding and the overall fit and finish are reported as better than lesser alternatives, representing stupendous value for money. On balance, owners rate the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic highly for its exceptional quality and value, with the bracelet and dial being particular points of praise.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tamar Quartz Divers Watch41mm
Sub-Aquatic40mm
Power Reserve
Tamar Quartz Divers Watch40h
Sub-Aquatic38h
Water Resistance
Tamar Quartz Divers Watch300m
Sub-Aquatic200m
MSRP
Tamar Quartz Divers Watch$749
Sub-Aquatic$915

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
904L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
CWC Tamar Quartz Divers Watch
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$915
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