The is unsigned (common for lower-tier brands) but satisfyingly chunky, with deep knurling. The crystal is acrylic—domed and prone to scratching, but warm and distortion-rich around the edges. A modern sapphire would kill its soul.
The 36mm cushion case hugs flat. The short 42mm lug-to-lug means no overhang even on small wrists. With the domed acrylic, it slips under a dress shirt cuff easily but feels substantial enough for a sport coat. crawford automatic 100 se
(Loses points for 19mm lug width; gains for comfort.) How It Compares to Contemporaries | Watch | Price Then (1970) | Now (Good Condition) | Pros vs. Crawford 100 SE | |-------|------------------|----------------------|---------------------------| | Crawford 100 SE | ~$80 | $200–350 | Unique dial, cushion case | | Seiko 6105-8000 | ~$75 | $800–1500 | Better lume, water resistance | | Bulova Oceanographer | ~$90 | $400–700 | More brand recognition | | Hamilton Automatic | ~$100 | $300–500 | Finer movement finishing | | Timex Automatic | ~$45 | $100–150 | Cheaper, but far rougher | The is unsigned (common for lower-tier brands) but