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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsTimefactors Commander

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
Commander
TimefactorsCommander
MSRP $490
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.

Timefactors Commander

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Commander for its vintage aesthetic, featuring a clean no-date dial with gilt accents, creamy lume, and appealing sunburst effects, all contributing to a premium feel and excellent build quality for the price. However, some owners note its 13.7mm thickness and 162-gram weight are substantial, and the bezel numeral font is considered disproportionately small. The dial is also described as quite reflective, and the bracelet is prone to desk rash. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Commander highly for its vintage design and robust build quality at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
Commander38mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
Commander
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
Commander300m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
Commander$490

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
46mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
12mm
45mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$490
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