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Guess GW0974G1 Chandler Mesh Bracelet Watch - W96399
Ref. GW0974G1
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The Chandler collection positions itself at the dressier end of Guess's range, and this reference makes the case clearly: a black sunray dial with a single lab-grown diamond at twelve, no indices cluttering the space around it, and a polished mesh bracelet that moves and drapes rather than sitting rigid on the wrist. At 9mm thick and 40mm across, it sits flat enough to disappear under a shirt cuff, which is the whole point of a watch built this way. The mesh bracelet adjusts by sliding rather than requiring link removal, so it can be fitted properly at home and worn immediately — a small thing that most owners come to appreciate.
- Reference
- GW0974G1
- Brand
- Guess
- Case size
- 40mm
- Case thickness
- 9mm
- Lug width
- 20mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Case shape
- Round
- Dial
- Black
- Crystal
- Mineral
- Movement
- Quartz
- Water resistance
- 30m
- Bracelet / strap
- Mesh bracelet
- Strap colour
- Silver
- Clasp
- Three-fold clasp
- Lume
- Luminous
- Retailer
- F.Hinds
Learn more about Guess
The Marciano brothers founded Guess in Los Angeles in 1981, building it on denim and advertising that became as well known as the clothes.
The watch line is produced in-house through Guess Watches and Sequel AG, and follows the brand's aesthetic closely: crystal-set bezels, heavy gold and rose gold plating, oversized cases, and dials that favour decoration over legibility. Movements are quartz.
The watches are priced as accessories and sold as such.
- 1981
- The Marciano brothers found Guess in Los Angeles.
- 1984
- The watch line launches.
- 2007
- Sequel AG takes over watch production.
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What the specifications mean
Strengths
- 40mm suits most wrists
- 9mm is unusually slim for a 40mm case
- Luminous hands and markers for low light
- Sits in the lower half of Guess's range as we list it
Worth knowing
- 30m means keeping it away from water
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Watches from other brands at a similar price, style and size, so you can see what else your budget can buy.
| Specification | GW0974G1 |  AX7168SET |  74015 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £109 | £109 | £109 |
| Case size | 40mm | 40mm | 40mm |
| Water resistance | 30m | 30m | 50m |
| Movement | Quartz | Quartz | Quartz |
| Strap | Mesh bracelet | Leather strap | Stainless steel bracelet |
| This watch | Closely matched |
|
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Frequently asked questions, and things you should know about this watch
Can I swim with it?
No. At 30m it will survive rain and handwashing, but not submersion of any kind.
Will the glass scratch?
It can, over time. Mineral glass handles daily wear but will pick up fine scratches that sapphire would not.
Does it need a battery?
Yes. It is quartz, so expect a battery change every two to three years at a jeweller.
What size strap does it take?
20mm. Any strap of that width will fit, and on most modern watches quick-release bars make the swap a two-minute job with no tools.
Is it a men's or women's watch?
Listed as men's, though at 40mm it sits in the range that suits anyone.
Cheapest place to buy
F.Hinds is the only UK retailer we track stocking this reference, so there is nothing to compare it against today.
Who are F.Hinds?
F.Hinds has been run by the same family since 1856 and is now in its fifth generation, with more than 115 shops across England and Wales. They are a member of the Responsible Jewellery Council and an Authorised Diamond Dealer.
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