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CWC E9 Quartz Diver WatchvsSeiko Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition

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E9 Quartz Diver Watch
CWCE9 Quartz Diver Watch
MSRP $749
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition
SeikoAstron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition
MSRP $2,300
What people say

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CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch

The CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch is praised for its historical significance, unique Jolly Roger dial, and military-spec build. Owners report it is thin, small, very legible, and has a satisfyingly easy-to-wind crown, with some noting its accuracy and clean lume application. However, the luminous paint on the Jolly Roger is described as low glow, and one owner reported their T20 model had an inaccurate quartz movement and a soft acrylic crystal that scratches easily. Some find the Jolly Roger design "out there," while others like its unique aesthetic. Some feel it is overpriced for its components, particularly the standard Ronda movement. Overall, owners rate the CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch highly for its unique aesthetic and military-inspired build.

Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition

The Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition is widely praised for its light and thin wearability, with owners highlighting its comfortable 39mm size and titanium construction. Reviewers and owners alike commend its excellent lume application, clear and legible dial, and subtle gold accents. The watch offers automatic GPS time adjustment for global time and location updates, a perpetual calendar, and a six-month power reserve, eliminating battery changes. Some owners, however, find its dial too shiny for maximum versatility and note that its size wears larger than its dimensions suggest, making it less of a daily driver for some. A minor point of contention for some is the chapter ring alignment, which was noted as slightly imperfect. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition highly for its blend of high-tech functionality, comfortable wearability, and attractive design.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
E9 Quartz Diver Watch41mm
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition41.2mm
Power Reserve
E9 Quartz Diver Watch40h
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition40h
Water Resistance
E9 Quartz Diver Watch300m
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition100m
MSRP
E9 Quartz Diver Watch$749
Astron GPS Solar 2024 Limited Edition$2,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
41.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
CWC E9 Quartz Diver Watch (E9 QS120)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
3X62
Jewels
25
10

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$749
$2,300
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