CWC Arctic Radar Automatic DivervsSeiko Captain Willard

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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

Seiko Captain Willard at true scale

Captain Willard

Diameter

41mm

42.7mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

46.6mm

lowest

Thickness

n/a

13.2mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

70h

MSRP

$1,333

$1,300

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 6R35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41mm
42.7mm
Thickness
n/a
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
underside
Dial Color
CWC Arctic Radar Automatic Diver Watch (White Dial)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
0h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,333
$1,300
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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.

Seiko Captain Willard

The Seiko Captain Willard is praised for its supremely wearable 42.7mm case, icy white textured dial, and bright LumiBrite lume, with reviewers noting impressive finishing and value over $1,000. Some models feature a unique azurage textured navy blue bezel insert, while others have a matte grey or unidirectional bezel with cream accents. The Seiko Captain Willard houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance, though one reviewer questions if its performance specs match its price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Captain Willard highly for its comfortable slim profile and excellent LumiBrite lume at its price point.