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CWC 6BB-WRvsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
14.9mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
SII NH34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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