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CWC SBS 1987 Aged SpecialvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Thickness
12mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,083
$279

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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.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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