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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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