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CWC 6BB-WRvsSeiko Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition

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6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition
SeikoAstron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition
MSRP $2,300
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 Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition

The Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition is widely praised for its light and thin wearability, with owners highlighting its comfortable 39mm size and titanium construction. Reviewers and owners alike commend its excellent lume application, clear and legible dial, and subtle gold accents. The watch offers automatic GPS time adjustment for global time and location updates, a perpetual calendar, and a six-month power reserve, eliminating battery changes. Some owners, however, find its dial too shiny for maximum versatility and note that its size wears larger than its dimensions suggest, making it less of a daily driver for some. A minor point of contention for some is the chapter ring alignment, which was noted as slightly imperfect. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition highly for its blend of high-tech functionality, comfortable wearability, and attractive design.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition41.2mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition40h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition100m
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition$2,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
41.2mm
Thickness
14.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
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
3X62
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Jewels
25
10

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$2,300
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