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CWC T20 General Service Quartz WatchvsanOrdain Model 2

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T20 General Service Quartz Watch
CWCT20 General Service Quartz Watch
MSRP $249
Model 2
anOrdainModel 2
MSRP $1,207

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
T20 General Service Quartz Watch38mm
Model 236mm
Power Reserve
T20 General Service Quartz Watch40h
Model 242h
Water Resistance
T20 General Service Quartz Watch50m
Model 250m
MSRP
T20 General Service Quartz Watch$249
Model 2$1,207

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
43mm
Lug Width
18.5mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
CWC T20 General Service Quartz Watch
Model 2
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Quartz
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$249
$1,207

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What people say

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CWC T20 General Service Quartz Watch

The CWC T20 General Service Quartz Watch is widely praised for its simple, clean, and classic look, with owners considering it a classy and comfortable field watch. Its 38mm tonneau case is seen by some as a cool retro piece representative of original MOD specifications, though others find this size too small for larger wrists. The watch is noted for keeping accurate time, with one owner reporting it as practical for everyday wear. It features a stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, and a Ronda 715 movement. A limitation mentioned is the fixed lugs, which restrict strap versatility. Overall, owners rate the CWC T20 General Service Quartz Watch highly for its classic military-inspired aesthetic and reliable timekeeping at an affordable price.

anOrdain Model 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exceptional, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as stunning and liquid-like, with a custom typeface and syringe hands. The simple, rugged 36mm steel case is noted for its organic lines and comfortable wearability, and the hand-winding Sellita SW-210 movement offers a smooth winding action. The watch is considered to offer impressive value for its dial work. Some reviewers note the lack of a running seconds hand, a minute track on certain versions, and limited lume on the hands. Water resistance is rated at 5atm, and one reviewer found the AR coating prone to glare. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its exquisite enamel dial and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. The watch's inclusion in the MoMA Store is also noted.

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