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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue WatchvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition

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1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
CWC1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $2,458

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch41mm
5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition42.5mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition41h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition100m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$2,458
5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition$420

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
4R36
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,458
$420

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What people say

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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch

The CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch is widely praised for its faithful recreation of vintage details, including its dial layout with markers touching the chapter ring and pointed crown guards. Owners and reviewers note its reasonable size and the original minute hand design. However, the lume is a point of contention: some find the "faux patina" tint too gold and glossy, while others specifically criticize the mismatched lume color between hands and hour markers, with the hour marker lume described as overly shiny and convex. On balance, the CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch is highly regarded for its authentic vintage aesthetic and wearability, despite mixed opinions on the lume application.

From video reviewers

The watch's accurate movement is a notable strength. A potential weakness is its relatively high price point. Reviewers disagree on the watch's water-resistance, with one reviewer suggesting it could be improved and the other not mentioning any issues with water-resistance.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition is praised for its bold, sporty design, featuring a vibrant yellow sunray dial and a unique acrylic bezel insert that evokes hot-rodding culture. Owners note the surprisingly wearable yellow color and the distinctive Mooneyes branding that stands out in person. The 42.5mm case is complemented by a short 46mm lug-to-lug distance, allowing for comfortable wear on smaller wrists. It is powered by the 4R36 automatic movement, offering a 41-hour power reserve, and comes with both a steel bracelet and a striped nylon strap. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition for its fun, retro aesthetic and comfortable wearability at an affordable price point.

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