CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-IssuevsSeiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Limited Edition

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Measurements

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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue at true scale

1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue

Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Limited Edition

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

48.6mm

Thickness

12.7mm

lowest

13.3mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$2,458

$1,750

lowest

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Seiko 6R54

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.6mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Seiko 6R54
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,458
$1,750
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Reviews

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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue

Owners widely praise the CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch for its faithful recreation of military aesthetics and historical dial markings, with many finding its 41mm size and wearability excellent. The fixed spring bars are a liked feature for some, enabling secure NATO strap wear. However, criticism is directed at the "faux patina" lume, which some find too gold, glossy, or mismatched between hands and hour markers, with the hour markers' lume described as overly shiny and convex. Some owners also flag the steep pricing and fixed bars as drawbacks for those not preferring NATO straps. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch highly for its authentic vintage military design and comfortable wearability.

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 Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition is widely praised for its excellent quality and finishing for its price, with reviewers highlighting its beautiful case, bracelet, and Lumibrite lume. Owners appreciate the comfortable 42mm case size and the 4 o'clock crown position. The watch features a sapphire crystal and uses the in-house 6R54 automatic movement with a three-day power reserve. Some reviewers note that the GMT function is secondary and that the bezel clicks are quieter than expected. The 4:30 date window splits opinion among enthusiasts, and it is described as a "caller GMT" rather than a true "traveller GMT." Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch Limited Edition highly for its excellent value, quality finishing, and comfortable wearability.

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