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CWC 6BB-WRvsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
14.9mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
Swiss High-Torque Quartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$1,450

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What people say

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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.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action, making it enjoyable to handle and use. One owner finds the 36mm case comfortable after an initial adjustment period, while another reports accuracy within a few seconds of atomic time. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and enjoyable tool-watch characteristics.

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