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Astor + Banks ChronovsCWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
MSRP
Chrono$575
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$333

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch

Owners widely appreciate the CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch for its classic G10 design, 40mm case size, and 20atm water resistance, noting its light, rugged, and reliable "grab-n-go" nature. Some find the dial proportions have too much negative space, while others praise its unique anodized red crown and quality NATO straps. A larger crown can dig into the wrist, and the lack of a battery hatch is a trade-off for its 100m water resistance. On balance, owners value the CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch for its robust build and classic aesthetic, though its price point and competition are frequently cited concerns.

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