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Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403vsCWC 6BB-WR

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Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403
OrisBig Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403
MSRP $4,500
6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 40338mm
6BB-WR42mm
Power Reserve
Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403120 hoursh
6BB-WR40h
Water Resistance
Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 40350m
6BB-WR100m
MSRP
Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403$4,500
6BB-WR$1,875

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
14.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
CWC 6BB-WR
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CALIBRE 403
Sellita SW510
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120 hoursh
40h
Jewels
21
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,500
$1,875

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What people say

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Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403

The Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403 is praised for its in-house Calibre 403 movement offering a 120-hour power reserve and a 10-year warranty. Owners and reviewers highlight its good finishing, inspired dial design with luminous Arabic numerals, and the analog date complication for quick checks. The 40mm stainless steel case is 12.3mm thick with 50 meters of water resistance. Some owners find the 40mm size perfect, while others prefer the 36mm version. The deer leather strap's clasp scratches easily, and the higher price point compared to standard models is a point of discussion, with a noted owner concern about time-setting accuracy not yet addressed. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403 for its impressive performance and refreshed aesthetic at its price point.

CWC 6BB-WR

The CWC 6BB-WR is widely praised for its legible matte black dial, strong lume, and crisp chronograph operation. Owners and reviewers note its military heritage and rugged, confidence-inspiring build with a screw-down crown and pushers. The Sellita SW510 BH b automatic movement kept time within COSC range in testing. However, its 14.9mm thickness and 80g weight make it wear large, and the cam-lever movement lacks the satisfying click of a column wheel. Fixed bars limit strap options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 6BB-WR highly for its legible dial and robust pilot chronograph design at its price point.

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