The first thing you notice is the —a direct nod to the Universal Genève Polerouter and early Audemars Piguet Royal Oak vibes, but with a distinctly American bluntness. The "100 SE" is not small by 1970 standards, but on a modern 7-inch wrist, it wears like a sweet spot: not dainty, not dinner plate.
If the automatic winding bridge wears out, repair costs exceed the watch’s value. But that’s true for any vintage automatic under $500. Final Verdict: 7.8/10 | Category | Score (out of 10) | |----------|------------------| | Design | 8 | | Movement | 7 | | Build Quality | 8 | | Value | 9 | | Practicality (modern use) | 6 | | Collectibility | 7 | | Emotional Factor | 8 | 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 first thing you notice is the —a