Bertucci A-2RA RETROFORMvsCWC G40 Quartz Watch

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Bertucci A-2RA RETROFORM at true scale

A-2RA RETROFORM

CWC G40 Quartz Watch at true scale

G40 Quartz Watch

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

n/a

12mm

Water Resistance

n/a

200m

MSRP

$155

lowest

$333

Movement

USA movement

715Li

Case

5 specs
Thickness
n/a
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Fiber reinforced polycarbonate (Unibody)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Duraform polycarbonate
Sapphire
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
CWC G40 Quartz Watch
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
USA movement
715Li

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$155
$333
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Bertucci A-2RA RETROFORM

Owners praise the Bertucci A-2RA RETROFORM as a durable, lightweight field watch with a unique design and good value. Its USA quartz movement offers superior accuracy compared to mid-range automatics, eliminating the need for frequent time and date adjustments. Some owners find the 40mm case comfortable and sufficiently durable for occasional wear, while others note its thinness and suggest it may not withstand rigorous daily use. One owner wishes for a 20mm lug width and a slightly smaller case. The second hand occasionally misses minute track markers. Overall, owners rate the Bertucci A-2RA RETROFORM highly for its value and reliable quartz accuracy.

CWC G40 Quartz Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC G40 Quartz Watch for its clean dial, new numeral font, subtle broad arrow, and well-proportioned 40mm design, noting its wearability and the appreciated touches of a domed crystal, screwdown crown, and 7-year battery. The "grab and go" capability and expected higher accuracy from its quartz movement are also highlighted. However, some find the dial proportions off with too much negative space, and one owner criticizes its splash resistance and acrylic crystal at its price point, stating it is not safe for a shower. Another owner notes the lume is small, thinly applied, and weak. The spring bars are welded, limiting strap options. On balance, owners rate the CWC G40 Quartz Watch highly for its design and practical features, despite some reservations about its crystal and lume.