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CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph WatchvsHELM Vanuatu

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Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
CWCCabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
MSRP $583
Vanuatu
HELMVanuatu
MSRP $285

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch40mm
Vanuatu42mm
Power Reserve
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch40h
Vanuatu40h
Water Resistance
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch30m
Vanuatu300m
MSRP
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch$583
Vanuatu$285

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch
Black
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5030
Seiko Instruments NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$583
$285

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What people say

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CWC Cabot Falcon Quartz Chronograph Watch

Owners widely 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 case design with wider lugs is noted for providing a beefier, improved appearance. Some owners question the value at over $800, while others defend the price, citing its Swiss-made origin, low production, and collectibility from a respected brand.

HELM Vanuatu

Owners widely praise the HELM Vanuatu for its exceptional comfort, with the titanium bracelet frequently cited as "uber-comfortable" and the watch itself being less overbearing on the wrist than comparable dive watches. Reviewers note its great bezel action and overall quality, with one owner finding the purchase satisfactory despite a nearly two-year wait. On balance, owners rate the HELM Vanuatu highly for its wearability and solid build at the price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is consistently praised. The bracelet is noted as having significant rattle.

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