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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Yes
Dial Color
CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
NE86
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$1,099

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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.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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