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CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph WatchvsGrand Seiko SBGR261

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Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
CWCCabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
MSRP $583
SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900
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CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch for its domed sapphire crystal and brushed/satin case finish, which contribute to a vintage aesthetic. The case design with wider lugs is noted for providing a beefier, improved appearance. Some owners question the value at over $800, while others defend the price, citing its Swiss-made origin, low production, and collectibility from a respected brand.

Grand Seiko SBGR261

Grand Seiko SBGR261 owners praise its perfect 39.5mm dimensions, beautiful cream lacquered dial with a silver date disc, and blued second hand, noting the excellent finishing for its price point and its suitability for formal events. Some find the design too safe and the cream dial with leather strap less appealing, while others flag its over 13mm thickness as too tall for a dress watch. The movement finishing is described as rudimentary, though the 9S65 automatic is considered well-made and a terrific value. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR261 highly for its classic design and excellent finishing at its price.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch40mm
SBGR26139.5mm
Power Reserve
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch40h
SBGR26172h
Water Resistance
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch30m
SBGR26130m
MSRP
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch$583
SBGR261$4,900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
Black
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5030
9S65
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$583
$4,900
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