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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsOrient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch
OrientMako-3 AA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $375
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch for its excellent value, attractive dials with gradient effects, sapphire crystal, and 200m water resistance. The bracelet is noted by some as surprisingly quiet and smooth, and the watch is considered to wear well on smaller wrists. Some owners find the traditional circle indices less unique than other models, and a few note minor issues like slightly misaligned chapter markers or a "grindy" hand-winding feel. Overall, owners rate the Orient Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch highly for its attractive design and value at the price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
Mako-3 AA08 Diver Watch$375

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$375
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