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CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch — PVD Black
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CWC RN81 Clearance Diver Automatic Watch

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Owners widely praise the CWC diver for its historical significance, build quality, and tool-watch nature, with many finding it comfortable and a go-to piece. Some owners appreciate the fixed springbars for NATO straps and the option of various case finishes. However, the CWC is frequently considered overpriced, with buyers paying a premium for the brand's history and reissue status, especially for the automatic version. The acrylic bezel's durability and the "faux patina" lume color are noted concerns for some. On balance, owners and reviewers find the CWC diver to be a well-built, historically significant tool watch, though many question its value proposition at its price point.

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2 Variants
Lume:Super-LumiNova
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Case
41mm
Power Reserve
—
Movement
Automatic
Water Resistance
300m
Crystal
Sapphire
01

Case Dimensions

Diameter41mm
Thickness12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug47mm
Lug Width20mm
02

Case Build

MaterialStainless Steel
Water Resistance300m
03

Crystal & Dial

CrystalSapphire
Dial ColorPVD Black
LumeSuper-LumiNova
04

Movement

Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
TypeAutomatic
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve—
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
05

Design Language

Dial styleMatte
BezelRotating (dive)
Bracelet / strapNATO strap
HandsBaton
AI-detected from product image · 5/22/2026

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