CWC 6BB-WRvsFears Archival 1930

The measurements

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CWC 6BB-WR at true scale

6BB-WR

Fears Archival 1930 at true scale

Archival 1930

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

14.9mm

8.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

MSRP

$1,875

lowest

$3,863

Movement

Sellita SW510

ETA 2360

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
14.9mm
8.54mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
ETA 2360
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$3,863

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side.

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

CWC 6BB-WR

Owners widely praise the CWC 6BB-WR for its legible matte black dial, strong lume, and crisp chronograph operation, with one user stating they would choose it over modern Rolex watches. Reviewers note the Sellita SW510 BH b automatic movement kept time within COSC range in testing, and the screw-down crown and pushers inspire confidence. Some owners find the 14.9mm thickness and 80g weight make it wear large, and the cam-lever movement lacks the satisfying feel of a column wheel, while fixed bars limit strap choices. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 6BB-WR highly for its robust build and pilot chronograph functionality at its price point.

Fears Archival 1930

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Archival 1930 for its sophisticated Art Deco styling, featuring a captivating champagne dial with Deco numerals and heat-blued hands. The watch is noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to its thin case and light weight, making it versatile for various occasions. Some owners highlight the unique gold inlay on the dial and the color-changing quality of the hands. The manual-wind ETA 2360 movement requires frequent winding due to its 38-40 hour power reserve. While some find the watch offers significant value given its historic caliber and detailed design, others question its price point relative to its components. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Fears Archival 1930 for its elegant, vintage-inspired design and comfortable wearability.

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