CWC British Military G10 QuartzvsPraesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz

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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 British Military G10 Quartz at true scale

British Military G10 Quartz

Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz at true scale

A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz

Diameter

36.5mm

38mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$249

$215

lowest

Movement

ETA F06.402

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Diameter
36.5mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Material
n/a
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA F06.402
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$249
$215
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Reviews

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CWC British Military G10 Quartz

Owners widely praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) British Military G10 Quartz Watch for its excellent legibility, classic field watch design, and comfortable 36.5mm case size suitable for any wrist. Its bead-blasted 316L stainless steel case and acrylic crystal, which buffs out scratches, are noted as durable features for a tool watch with military heritage. Accuracy is reported as remarkable, with one owner seeing +2 seconds per month. The battery change without opening the case is a desirable feature. However, the 50m water resistance is considered low by some owners for a field watch, with one stating it is "frankly terrible" and not suitable for swimming. Some reviewers and owners find the CWC G10 Quartz overpriced for what it offers, especially when compared to alternatives with similar quartz accuracy at a lower cost. The prominent "QUARTZ" stamp on the dial is a point of dislike for some.

Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz

The Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz is noted as a sturdy, versatile daily tool watch with a precise quartz movement and a 38mm case, available for $215 USD. Owners report issues with the canvas strap being excessively long and the crystal being sapphire-coated K1 mineral. One owner experienced random timekeeping errors of 5-15 minutes, and another noted premature battery death, with multiple owners citing difficulty in battery replacement and with Praesidus customer service. On balance, owners find the Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz a functional tool watch, though customer service and battery longevity are points of concern.

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