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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsRZE Urbanist

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
Urbanist
RZEUrbanist
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Urbanist36mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Urbanist40h
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
Urbanist100m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
Urbanist$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Grade 5 Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$299

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What people say

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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.

RZE Urbanist

The RZE Urbanist is widely praised as a fantastic, lightweight, "grab and go" everyday watch. Owners highlight its durable titanium case with scratch-resistant coatings and sapphire crystal. The solar movement is noted for keeping good time and is guaranteed for life. Production models feature a push-in crown, a change from earlier screw-down versions. Overall, owners rate the RZE Urbanist highly for its durable, lightweight titanium construction and reliable solar movement.

From video reviewers

The RZE Urbanist features a Japanese movement for accurate timekeeping and reliable performance. The watch's lume brightness is a shared weakness, with both reviewers noting it could be improved. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer considering it a 'great value' for the price, while the other highlights its solar power feature as a significant strength.

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