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CWC 6BB-WRvsOak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

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6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
The Olmsted Matte
Oak & OscarThe Olmsted Matte
MSRP $1,775

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
The Olmsted Matte38mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
The Olmsted Matte42h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
The Olmsted Matte100m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
The Olmsted Matte$1,775

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
14.9mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (matte ceramic coated)
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
Sellita SW300
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$1,775

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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.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte is praised for its stealthy, modern field watch aesthetic, featuring a durable ceramic-coated steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its comfortable 38mm dimensions and 100m water resistance. The watch offers exceptional value at $1,475, including two straps and a travel wallet, with a modified ETA 2892-A2 movement. One reviewer notes the ceramic coating may develop patina with heavy wear. Overall, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte highly for its stealthy design and value proposition.

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