CWC SBS Black Ice QuartzvsGrand Seiko SBGP015

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

CWC SBS Black Ice Quartz at true scale

SBS Black Ice Quartz

Grand Seiko SBGP015 at true scale

SBGP015

Diameter

n/a

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47.1mm

Thickness

n/a

12.4mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$666

lowest

$3,800

Movement

Ronda 517

Grand Seiko 9F85

Case

5 specs
Diameter
n/a
40mm
Thickness
n/a
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.1mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
CWC SBS Black Ice Quartz Watch
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Grand Seiko 9F85

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$666
$3,800
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

CWC SBS Black Ice Quartz

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS Black Ice Quartz Watch for its legible, uncluttered dial, excellent lume, and robust build quality, with a fantastic bezel featuring zero back play. The 41mm case, noted for its comfortable 12mm thickness and durable black PVD coating, wears well, and the fixed lugs are seen as a positive for strap changes. One owner notes the lume is readable throughout the night, and the second hand aligns closely with indices. However, some owners consider its £700 price high for a quartz diver, questioning its value, and one owner reported issues with a faulty mechanism and poor retailer customer service. Overall, owners rate the CWC SBS Black Ice Quartz Watch highly for its bulletproof, toolish design and practical legibility.

Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its exceptional dial print, which casts sharp shadows under light, and its versatility, classiness, and substantial feel. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is noted for excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is 40mm with 200m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and reliable quartz movement.

From video reviewers

The high accuracy of the Caliber 9F85 quartz movement is a significant strength. Reviewers noted the movement's ±10 seconds per year accuracy. The limited 100-meter water resistance was cited as a potential drawback.

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