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CWC G40 Sonar Quartz WatchvsVario 1918 Trench Brass

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G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Sonar Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
1918 Trench Brass
Vario1918 Trench Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40mm
1918 Trench Brass40mm
Power Reserve
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch40h
1918 Trench Brass40h
Water Resistance
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch200m
1918 Trench Brass100m
MSRP
G40 Sonar Quartz Watch$333
1918 Trench Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
CWC G40 Sonar Quartz Watch
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$388

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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.

Vario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.

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