CWC Arctic Radar Automatic DivervsOrient AC0Q-40 Diver

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

CWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver at true scale

Arctic Radar Automatic Diver

Orient AC0Q-40 Diver at true scale

AC0Q-40 Diver

Diameter

41mm

39.9mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

46.5mm

lowest

Thickness

n/a

12.8mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$1,333

$370

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Orient F6722

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
39.9mm
Thickness
n/a
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.5mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
CWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver Watch (White Dial)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Orient F6722
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,333
$370
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Reviews

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

CWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver

Owners widely praise the CWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver Watch for its timeless design and reliable, "grab and go" nature. However, the community is split on its value proposition, with some finding the pricing steep given the Sellita SW200-1 movement, while others consider it a good value compared to more expensive alternatives. Fixed spring bars are noted as a point of criticism. On balance, owners rate the CWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver Watch highly for its proven formula and beloved case design, despite mixed opinions on its price.

Orient AC0Q-40 Diver

Owners praise the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch for its value, sapphire crystal, and durable build quality, with many appreciating the 39.9mm case size for its smaller, trendy appeal and the raw steel bezel for a vintage look. The bracelet features folded end links, and while the in-house automatic Orient F6722 movement is considered a good workhorse, the watch is not ISO certified for diving, though suitable for swimming. Unless a purple dial is specifically desired, other color options are recommended. On balance, owners rate the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch highly for its appealing design and value proposition in a compact package.