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CWC 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue WatchvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
CWC1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $2,458
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch41mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch40h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch300m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch$2,458
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Seiko NH34 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,458
$499

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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