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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsSpinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)
SpinnakerHull California (Olive Oyl Red)
MSRP $375

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)42mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)40h
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)100m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
Olive Oyl Red
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$375

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What people say

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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch

Owners widely appreciate the CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch for its classic G10 design, 40mm case size, and 20atm water resistance, noting its light, rugged, and reliable "grab-n-go" nature. Some find the dial proportions have too much negative space, while others praise its unique anodized red crown and quality NATO straps. A larger crown can dig into the wrist, and the lack of a battery hatch is a trade-off for its 100m water resistance. On balance, owners value the CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch for its robust build and classic aesthetic, though its price point and competition are frequently cited concerns.

Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red)'s polished case finish and textured dial, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. Some find the 24-hour subdial functionally illogical and visually unappealing, while others prefer a smoother dial texture over the current finish. On balance, owners value the Spinnaker Hull California (Olive Oyl Red) for its striking dial and high-quality bracelet at its price point.

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