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CWC 6BB-WRvsSeiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

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6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
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.

Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition for its exceptional and captivating dial designs, often described as a highlight that evokes ocean surfaces with unique textures and color gradients. The watch is frequently noted for its excellent value, with some reviewers comparing its aesthetics to much higher-priced brands. Owners report satisfactory lume and accurate timekeeping, with figures ranging from +5 seconds per day to more precise results. However, some owners and reviewers point to the bracelet clasp as a point of criticism, describing it as underwhelming or flimsy, and some find the watch to be top-heavy. There are also mentions of imperfect day/date wheel alignment and occasional bezel alignment issues on some models within the line. The Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition is available in various case sizes, with some owners questioning if certain dimensions are too bulky for daily wear.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition43.8mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition200m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43.8mm
Thickness
14.9mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
4R35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$650
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