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CWC 6BB-WRvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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

6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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 Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
6BB-WR$1,875
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
30.5mm
Thickness
14.9mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Water Resistance
100m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
CWC 6BB-WR
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
V115
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$375
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