ETA
The dominant mid-tier Swiss automatic workhorse, in production since 1982 and used by hundreds of brands. It runs at 28,800 vph with roughly 38–42 hours of power reserve, hacks, and hand-winds; the Sellita SW200-1 is its pin-compatible alternative.
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Owners widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 1980 RN Divers Automatic Re-Issue Watch for its faithful homage to the original, with specific call-outs for the dial markings, vintage logo, and luminous acrylic bezel. Reviewers and owners alike appreciate the Monnin-style case, which is noted for wearing beautifully, and the matte black dial with legible hands. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner noting under +2 seconds per day. The fixed lugs are seen by some as a drawback, though others consider them a positive feature for a tool watch. The "faux patina" lume receives mixed reactions, with some finding it too gold and glossy, while others favor it. The polished case finish is also noted as unusual for a military watch. Some owners question the value proposition at its price point, citing the ETA movement, though others see it as a strong alternative to more expensive options.
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