Which is cheaper, the CWC 6BB-WR or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

At MSRP the CWC 6BB-WR is the cheaper of the two at $1,875, against $2,500 for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION — a $625 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the CWC 6BB-WR or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The CWC 6BB-WR wears larger at 42mm versus 29mm for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION — a 13mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the CWC 6BB-WR or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The CWC 6BB-WR is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION.

Which has a longer power reserve, the CWC 6BB-WR or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the CWC 6BB-WR.

What movement does the CWC 6BB-WR run compared to the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

Both watches run automatic movements — the CWC 6BB-WR uses the Sellita SW510 and the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION uses the L592.5.

Side by side

CWC 6BB-WRvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

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

CWC 6BB-WR

cwc-1970s-6bb-raf-pilots-chronograph-automatic

MSRP $1,875

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

L4.310.4.79.6

MSRP $2,500

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

6BB-WR42mm

ELEGANT COLLECTION29mm

Power Reserve

6BB-WR40h

ELEGANT COLLECTION45h

Water Resistance

6BB-WR100m

ELEGANT COLLECTION30m

MSRP

6BB-WR$1,875

ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,500

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

CWC 6BB-WR

Silver

Indices

Applied

Diamond indexes

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW510

L592.5

Power Reserve

40h

45h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,875

$2,500

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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.

Fratello

WatchCrunch

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is praised for its modern, retro aesthetic and simplicity, with owners describing it as "very elegant" and "very classy." On balance, the Longines Elegant Collection is well-regarded by owners for its sophisticated and timeless design.

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