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Resco RTAC GMT - StainlessvsCWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

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RTAC GMT - Stainless
RescoRTAC GMT - Stainless
MSRP $1,105
SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083
What people say

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Resco RTAC GMT - Stainless

Owners widely praise the Resco RTAC GMT - Stainless for its exceptional quality, durability, and reliability, making it a dependable choice for an outdoorsy lifestyle and harsh conditions. The brand's American origin and assembly in Coronado, USA, are also noted, alongside excellent customer service and the watch's enduring appearance. Overall, owners rate the Resco RTAC GMT - Stainless highly for its robust build and dependable performance in demanding environments.

CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special for its rugged build and military heritage, with some finding its quality comparable to higher-end watches. A reviewer notes the 41mm PVD-coated watch features a bright SuperLuminova dial. One owner reports a bit of play in the 60-click bezel, present from new, alongside minor wear on the PVD coating and bezel insert. On balance, owners rate the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special highly for its rugged build and military heritage, despite some questioning its value at £700.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RTAC GMT - Stainless44mm
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Power Reserve
RTAC GMT - Stainless40h
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Water Resistance
RTAC GMT - Stainless200m
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
MSRP
RTAC GMT - Stainless$1,105
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
SBS 1987 Aged Special
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,105
$1,083
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