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CWC SBS 1987 Aged SpecialvsTissot Chrono XL Classic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083
Chrono XL Classic
TissotChrono XL Classic
MSRP $495

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Chrono XL Classic45mm
Power Reserve
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Chrono XL Classic40h
Water Resistance
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
Chrono XL Classic100m
MSRP
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083
Chrono XL Classic$495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
45mm
Thickness
12mm
11.02mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
SBS 1987 Aged Special
Silver
Indices
Applied
Arabic
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,083
$495

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What people say

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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.

Tissot Chrono XL Classic

Owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono XL Classic's pilot aesthetic and altimeter-style numerals, finding its quartz chronograph design clean and versatile. The watch is noted as having a large 45mm size, with one owner seeking feedback on its comfort, accuracy, and durability. On balance, owners view the Tissot Chrono XL Classic as a good entry-level option, with a desire for an automatic movement for battery-free convenience.

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