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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Wreck Automatic40h
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$189

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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.

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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