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CWC 6BB-WRvsSeiko Essentials Chronograph

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6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
Essentials Chronograph
SeikoEssentials Chronograph
MSRP $265

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Essentials Chronograph41.5mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
Essentials Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Essentials Chronograph100m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
Essentials Chronograph$265

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
41.5mm
Thickness
14.9mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
8T63
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$265

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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.

Seiko Essentials Chronograph

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Chronograph beautiful for its price, particularly on the grey market, praising its lightweight wearability for active use and college budgets. One owner notes the orange stripe on the stopwatch button can expand and fall off in heat. The watch is 41mm and was purchased for $160. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Chronograph highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, especially for active wear on a budget.

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