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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue WatchvsWolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

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1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
CWC1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $2,458
Skindiver WT Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver WT Automatic
MSRP $498

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch41mm
Skindiver WT Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
Skindiver WT Automatic40h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
Skindiver WT Automatic150m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$2,458
Skindiver WT Automatic$498

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
Steel
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Miyota 8315

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,458
$498

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic for its attractive retro aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and good value, with many highlighting its striking green dial, box sapphire crystal, and well-executed Beads of Rice bracelet. Some reviewers note the Miyota 8315 movement is adjusted to ±15 seconds per day, and one owner found the steel bracelet's finishing did not match the watch as well as the rubber straps. A minority of owners express disappointment with the lume, bezel wobble, and a perceived lack of finishing refinement, with one reviewer ultimately not recommending the watch. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic highly for its vintage charm and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

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