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CWC 6BB-WRvsLongines LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesLONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME40h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME$5,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14.9mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Anthracite

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
L844.4

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$5,200

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

LONGINES SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its superb finishing, smooth crown action, and mesmerizing ceramic bezel, with many noting its premium pilot/sporty design and unique dial details. The movement is consistently lauded for its extreme accuracy, running at 0 to +1 second per day, and the watch is considered to offer remarkable value that punches above its price point. However, the bracelet is criticized by multiple sources for its push-pin adjustment and limited micro-adjustment holes, and the 42mm case size with a 49.3mm lug-to-lug is noted as potentially large for smaller wrists, though some users express a preference for the 39mm size. One owner reported their movement failed within the first year and found setting the date a "nightmare," while another owner notes minor criticisms like the date window being slightly off-center. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its impressive finishing and accuracy at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 39mm case size is a significant strength, addressing previous concerns about thickness. The value proposition within the GMT market is also a shared positive point. No consensus on weaknesses was reached.

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