Bertucci A-2S VintagevsCWC 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-2S Vintage at true scale

A-2S Vintage

CWC G40 Quartz Watch at true scale

G40 Quartz Watch

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

n/a

12mm

Water Resistance

n/a

200m

MSRP

$225

lowest

$333

Movement

Swiss made all metal movement

715Li

Case

4 specs
Thickness
n/a
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
n/a
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
715Li
Type
Swiss made all metal movement
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$225
$333
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Reviews

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

Bertucci A-2S Vintage

Owners widely praise the Bertucci A-2S Vintage as a durable, lightweight field watch with a well-made titanium case and smooth-operating crown, with one owner noting its American manufacturing and great quality. Some users question the lume longevity, reporting that indexes fade quickly while hands hold up better, and others find the case profile sits tall. The fixed lug design is noted as a key feature for rugged use but requires one-piece straps, which can limit options and fitting comfort. The Bertucci A-2S Vintage features a simple, all-metal Japanese quartz movement, though the second hand occasionally misses the second track markers. Overall, owners rate the Bertucci A-2S Vintage highly for its ruggedness and quality build at its price point.

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.