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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue WatchvsSeiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition

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1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
CWC1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $2,458
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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 Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition

The Seiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition is noted for its unique graduated "shiracha" dial and its upcycled leather straps from Regal. It features a 40.2mm stainless steel case and is powered by the 6R55 calibre, which offers a 72-hour power reserve. The movement has a specified accuracy of +25/-15 seconds per day. The watch is a limited edition of 3000 units and has a water resistance of 100m. It is priced at US$1,050. On balance, owners and reviewers highlight the distinctive dial and the sustainable strap material as key appeals of the Seiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch41mm
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition40.2mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition100m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$2,458
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition$1,050

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
40.2mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
6R55
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,458
$1,050
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