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CWC 6BB-WRvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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

6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
Prospex SPEEDTIMER
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER
MSRP $2,200
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 SPEEDTIMER

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its unique dial colors and vintage-inspired design, with many appreciating its compact 39mm case size and 100m or 200m water resistance. Reviewers and owners note the V192 solar movement’s power reserve indicator and its reliability, though some owners express a preference for automatic movements. One owner finds the $700 price for a solar quartz model expensive, while another criticizes the €860 price point and desires a thinner case and a bracelet with quick-release or micro-adjustment. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its distinctive aesthetic and versatile wearability, despite some reservations about its price and case thickness.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER42mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER40h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$2,200

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Thickness
14.9mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
49.6mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
5X83
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Jewels
25
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$2,200
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