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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue WatchvsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM

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1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
CWC1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $2,458
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM
MSRP $4,850

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch41mm
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM39mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM40h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM100m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$2,458
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM$4,850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
Anthracite
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
L844.4

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,458
$4,850

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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 SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM

Owners and reviewers widely praise the LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM for its lightweight comfort, excellent finishing, and smooth winding action, with many considering it great value. The COSC-certified movement is noted for its accuracy, with figures ranging from +2 seconds per day to within -4 to +6 seconds per day, and an 80-hour power reserve is consistently reported. Some owners find the rotor can be loud, and the bracelet's lack of tool-free micro-adjustment is a recurring point of critique, though the overall design is considered attractive and understated. On balance, the LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME TITANIUM is highly regarded for its refined travel watch design and accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The lightweight grade 5 titanium case and true GMT function are praised. The watch's value at its price point is considered excellent.

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