Kenneth Cole Men's Watch KCWGQ2221901 vs Kenneth Cole Men's Watch KC50955005
Both are inexpensive quartz Kenneth Cole watches, so pick on style and fit rather than specs. The KC50955005 is the dressier two-tone steel bracelet watch at 44 mm; the KCWGQ2221901 is the sportier 42 mm silicone-strap watch. The KC50955005 has been cheaper, at $32.49 as of November 4 versus $35.99 for the KCWGQ2221901.
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Choose the Kenneth Cole KCWGQ2221901 if you want a lighter, sportier 42 mm watch with a silicone strap and a black dial for everyday or casual wear.
Pros
- Lighter silicone strap suits casual and active wear
- Smaller 42 mm case fits slimmer wrists
- Black dial is easy to read and versatile
- Deployment clasp is quick to put on
Cons
What separates them
| Kenneth Cole Men's Watch KCWGQ2221901 | Kenneth Cole Men's Watch KC50955005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Case size | 42 mm | 44 mm |
| Strap or bracelet | Black silicone strap with deployment clasp | Silver and rose gold stainless steel bracelet |
| Dial color | Black | Silver |
| Water resistance | 5ATM (50 m) per the listing spec; the product page states 30 m | 30 m (100 ft) |
| Crystal | Mineral | Mineral |
| Movement | Quartz | Quartz |
| Style | Sporty and casual | Dressy two-tone |
| Lowest recent price | $35.99 as of November 4 | $32.49 as of November 4 |
Price history
$36.99$32.49
- Kenneth Cole Men's Watch KCWGQ2221901: lowest $35.99 on Nov 4 at Overstock.
- Kenneth Cole Men's Watch KC50955005: lowest $32.49 on Nov 4 at Overstock.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Kenneth Cole Men's Watch KCWGQ2221901 | Kenneth Cole Men's Watch KC50955005 |
|---|---|---|
| Case material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Strap material | Silicone | Stainless Steel |
| Movement | Quartz | Quartz |
| Water resistance | 5ATM | 30 m (100 feet) |
| Gender | Men's | — |
| Case diameter | 42mm | — |
| Case Shape | — | Round |
| Case Crystal | — | Mineral Crystal |
| Dial Color | — | Silver |
| Bracelet | — | Silver and Rose Gold Stainless Steel |
Questions and answers
- Which is better for everyday casual wear?
- The KCWGQ2221901. Its silicone strap and black dial are lighter and more casual than the two-tone steel bracelet on the KC50955005.
- Which looks dressier?
- The KC50955005. The silver and rose gold steel bracelet and silver dial suit office and dress wear better than a silicone strap.
- Is the KC50955005 worth the lower price?
- Yes, if you want a steel bracelet. It was $32.49 as of November 4, about $3.50 less than the KCWGQ2221901 at $35.99.
- Which fits a smaller wrist?
- The KCWGQ2221901. Its case is 42 mm versus 44 mm on the KC50955005, and the silicone strap is more forgiving.
- Can I swim with either watch?
- Neither is a dive watch. Both are rated around 30 m, which covers splashes and brief immersion, not swimming or showering.
- Do both use the same movement?
- Yes. Both are quartz watches with mineral crystals, so accuracy and scratch resistance are comparable.
