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CWC 6BB-WRvsSternglas Merion

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6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Merion200m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14.9mm
14mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Lume
None
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$701

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What people say

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CWC 6BB-WR

The CWC 6BB-WR is widely praised for its legible matte black dial, strong lume, and crisp chronograph operation. Owners and reviewers note its military heritage and rugged, confidence-inspiring build with a screw-down crown and pushers. The Sellita SW510 BH b automatic movement kept time within COSC range in testing. However, its 14.9mm thickness and 80g weight make it wear large, and the cam-lever movement lacks the satisfying click of a column wheel. Fixed bars limit strap options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 6BB-WR highly for its legible dial and robust pilot chronograph design at its price point.

Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

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