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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue WatchvsLongines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

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1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
CWC1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $2,458
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
LonginesLEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
MSRP $3,200

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch41mm
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$2,458
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Dial Color
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
L888.5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,458
$3,200

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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.

Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

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