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I want both but if you HAD to choose, which one would you get and why? Both are Swiss Made, top notch quality, almost same size, comparable movement, and comparable price.

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arislan
1380
Nov 25, 2017
I'd go with the Marvin too, a little more novel looking.
WatchDoctor
847
Nov 24, 2017
Update: Went with the Marvin Malton and am pretty happy with it.
PetrosD
3702
Dec 3, 2017
Looks awesome! Great choice.
WatchDoctor
847
Dec 4, 2017
PetrosDThanks. As you can see, the CW has been on my mind for sometime.
WatchDoctor
847
Nov 14, 2017
Funny that I just got a 15% off promo code from CHWard. Only if that logo hadn’t been moved/changed and was still at 12 o’clock, I’d have jumped on it right this moment!
Demogorgo
77
Nov 12, 2017
When I see a Marvin watch, it just makes me want a Magrette. Looks like a finely made watch, but I don't like the design. 24-hour ring is not useful - no 24 hour movement or GMT hand. The seconds ring is also there, but no chronograph function. I could overlook it if it brought to the design together, but I don't dig it.
Ch. Ward has the most original hour and minute hands on a dive watch, but I don't like the hour markers personally. And the trident is a bit too much, but I guess it fits the theme.
The textured look on the dial is cool (for both watches), and I like the new CW logo. Crown guards are toned-down, which is an interesting idea.
It's hard to make a watch like this, without being totally derivative. CW tries having new design elements that look good next to straightforward homages, it takes some guts.
Demogorgo
77
Nov 13, 2017
I like the CW Trident 300 personally. Same looking watch, but the hour markers are Rolex style - I prefer this on a dive watch. The only thing stopping me from buying it, is I that want CW to make a more interesting color scheme. https://www.christopherward.com/watches/dive/c60-trident-300-693404
For the Marvin, I'd prefer the upcoming Magrette Leoncino. It has a Swiss movement, but it's worth mentioning that all their other watches are Miyota. I'm a fan of their designs, but I have never owned one, so I can't vouch for quality. http://www.magrette.com/shop/9062908741?in=370040261
WatchDoctor
847
Nov 13, 2017
DemogorgoThanks. Funny I’ve been eyeing the Leoncino myself, but gravitating towards the Malton more — it’s so refreshingly unique, stylish and playful.
Cloaca
1906
Nov 12, 2017
The one on the left is going for a racing look, with the rally strap? It also uses the Nomos Campus Club hour numbering system: 8 - 10 - 12 - 2 - 4. But no "Baja California dial" option.
The CW suffers from trying a little too hard with the hands, especially the hour hand.
I'd go with the "Lee 'The Killers'" Marvin watch.
idoc72
1181
Nov 12, 2017
That Marvin is sharp! I really like the detail on the dial, including the background pattern, the 24 hour and minute rings, and simple slender hands. The contrasting brushed and polished surfaces on the cushion case will look great. You can dress it up or down easily. As mentioned by PetrosD below, I'm not a fan of the 3-date window, but at least they made the right choice by using white print in a black window. The logo is also a clear winner compared to the CW. And I already have a dive watch on a bracelet, so the Marvin wins out for me.
PetrosD
3702
Nov 12, 2017
The CW looks like other divers watches I have, so I personally would have no interest in that one. If I had no diver in my collection, I would opt for the diver, but personally I would choose my Squale over a CW every time. I really dislike both the logo placement and their choice of font. It's one of the worst watch logos I can think of.
The Marvin is much more unique and would give my own collection a very different look. I like the patterned dial, but I've never liked date windows where multiple dates are displayed. I am also not at all familiar with that brand. Still, I would choose this one.
Ddog1
1
Nov 12, 2017
One on the right
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