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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
ROYAL SMITH 90-010
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-010
MSRP $1,050
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.

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-010

Owners praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH's elegant 37mm size, symmetrical bicompax layout, and crisp chronograph pushers with a swift reset. The salmon dial is described as copper-toned with highly polished, legible Breguet numerals. Some owners find the 13mm thickness and 43mm lug-to-lug wearable, while others note the 14.3mm thickness detracts from wearability. The TMI NE86A movement has a claimed 45-hour power reserve and accuracy ranging from +25/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH for its retro charm and enjoyable chronograph operation, despite some reservations about its thickness.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
ROYAL SMITH 90-01035mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
ROYAL SMITH 90-01040h
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
ROYAL SMITH 90-01050m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
ROYAL SMITH 90-010$1,050

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
35mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
Dial Color
CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
Ivory
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9122

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$1,050
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