CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph WatchvsSeiko Chronograph SSB479

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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.

CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch at true scale

Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch

Seiko Chronograph SSB479 at true scale

Chronograph SSB479

Diameter

40mm

38.7mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

45.1mm

lowest

Thickness

12mm

lowest

12.6mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

MSRP

$583

$450

lowest

Movement

Ronda 5030

Seiko 8T63

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
38.7mm
Thickness
12mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.1mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
n/a
Screw case back

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
n/a
Box
Dial Color
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
n/a
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5030
Seiko 8T63

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$583
$450
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Reviews

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

CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch

Owners praise the CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch for its domed sapphire crystal and brushed/satin case finish, which contribute to a vintage aesthetic. The 40mm case design with wider lugs is noted for offering a beefier, improved look. Some question the value of an $800+ quartz chronograph, while others defend the price, citing its Swiss-made, low-production, and collectible status from a respected brand. Overall, owners value the CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch for its vintage-inspired design and build quality from a reputable brand.

Seiko Chronograph SSB479

Owners widely praise the Seiko Chronograph SSB479 for its appealing retro aesthetic, excellent dial design, and desirable proportions, with many highlighting its "Goldilocks-sized" 38.7mm case as a favorite feature. Reviewers and owners alike appreciate its high-end look and vintage charm at an accessible price point, with one owner noting the mecha-quartz movement is satisfactory given the cost. Some owners find the watch beautiful and a "strap monster," with attention to detail justifying its price, though one considered it steep compared to a Tissot quartz chronograph. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Chronograph SSB479 highly for its vintage style and well-proportioned case.