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CWC T20 General Service Quartz WatchvsanOrdain Model 1

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T20 General Service Quartz Watch
CWCT20 General Service Quartz Watch
MSRP $249
Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $1,334

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
T20 General Service Quartz Watch38mm
Model 138mm
Power Reserve
T20 General Service Quartz Watch40h
Model 142h
Water Resistance
T20 General Service Quartz Watch50m
Model 150m
MSRP
T20 General Service Quartz Watch$249
Model 1$1,334

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
46mm
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
$1,334

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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 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, custom typeface, and syringe hands, calling it a standout feature. The 36mm steel case is noted as a thoughtful, comfortable complement to the dial, and the smooth winding action of the Sellita SW-210-1 hand-wound movement is appreciated. Some find the 5atm water resistance limiting, and the anti-reflective coating can be prone to glare. The 18mm strap width is also mentioned as potentially limiting for strap enthusiasts. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its stunning enamel dial and elegant, versatile design.

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