Hi All,
This is purely a quizzical post to answer my intrigue about this brand.
I have a few CW watches and view/ favour some cheaper models in a more positive light than some premium brands that I own.
Perhaps I'm mad or merely justifying the World Timer that I simply must own, but I'm genuinely interested to hear how others view pieces in their collection.
This isn't meant to start a heated debate or argument, merely I'm interested in how you feel wearing a CW over a more (perceived) premium brand.
Cheers,
Barry
How do you view CW compared to others in your collection...
Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
My watches come with a personal narrative therefore there is equality and joy in what they bring to me. The only watch that has attracted any comment from Joe Public has been the Monaco perhaps because of it iconic image. As for my other watches nobody has said anything except for some interest shown in the C900 SP from collectors and watchmakers.
Richard
Richard
Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
I have no CWL's in my lot at the moment, which probably both means I am not qualified to respond & serves as my response.
Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
My C60 is a beaut and has not let me down or disappointed in any way.
My C3 is soon going up for sale as is, almost certainly, my C8.
I am contemplating a C9 but the Seiko Cocktail Time is calling me...
Overall, I've not had the issues many others have had with their pieces so, for me, I'm fairly happy with CWL but I wouldn't go overboard about them.
My C3 is soon going up for sale as is, almost certainly, my C8.
I am contemplating a C9 but the Seiko Cocktail Time is calling me...
Overall, I've not had the issues many others have had with their pieces so, for me, I'm fairly happy with CWL but I wouldn't go overboard about them.
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Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
An interesting question ....
I think my answer reflects my watch-buying journey, more than CWs quality though.
When I bought my first CW it was a significant investment in an affordable high quality watch which outshone anything else I owned (admittedly not hard then). That was the start of my journey.
After a few years, I am back down to one CW now, and that has become a beater (albeit one which I am very fond of).
CW (and this forum) opened my eyes to a whole variety of modern and vintage watches and my tastes have developed significantly.
I still like the CW that I have though
I think my answer reflects my watch-buying journey, more than CWs quality though.
When I bought my first CW it was a significant investment in an affordable high quality watch which outshone anything else I owned (admittedly not hard then). That was the start of my journey.
After a few years, I am back down to one CW now, and that has become a beater (albeit one which I am very fond of).
CW (and this forum) opened my eyes to a whole variety of modern and vintage watches and my tastes have developed significantly.
I still like the CW that I have though
Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
I'll definitely give my opinion when my C61 arrives. It's my first serious watch and I bought it as a celebration. To do it, however, I had to raid my Omega budget...I know I'm not getting an Omega-quality piece, but I'm hoping that the delay it causes in me getting my Omega is worth it!
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Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
Your impressions are anticipated, as are the comparisons when that Omega finally arrives.blurbz wrote:I'll definitely give my opinion when my C61 arrives. It's my first serious watch and I bought it as a celebration. To do it, however, I had to raid my Omega budget...I know I'm not getting an Omega-quality piece, but I'm hoping that the delay it causes in me getting my Omega is worth it!
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Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
in my personal collection, where my two CWLs are the 2nd/3rd most expensive watches (i have a $4k+, two $500ish, and a bunch of $100-300s), they sit exactly where you'd expect. as much as i like my C60, it doesn't compare with my AT. nor should it, considering the price difference, and they're nicer than my lower end (seiko diver, maratac mid pilot, rodina, vintage zodiac, vintage citizen).
not sure i own a watch that should compare evenly. certainly not from a price point comparison.
not sure i own a watch that should compare evenly. certainly not from a price point comparison.
the "g" is for Greg...
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Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
my jh 1, my most expensive watch, is one of my favorite watchs and while i wear it weekly its also the watch i baby.the most.
my monte carlo cw is hardly worn. i like it but its similar to other watches in my.collection.
my most worn watches are: jh 1, hamilton khaki auto chrono brown dial, seiko cocktail time, hamilton gmt monte carlo LE , bali hai Q.
i enjoy them all. i think cw quality at least matches the rest of my.collection. fit and finish detailing is ptobably best on the seiko its stunningin person.
my monte carlo cw is hardly worn. i like it but its similar to other watches in my.collection.
my most worn watches are: jh 1, hamilton khaki auto chrono brown dial, seiko cocktail time, hamilton gmt monte carlo LE , bali hai Q.
i enjoy them all. i think cw quality at least matches the rest of my.collection. fit and finish detailing is ptobably best on the seiko its stunningin person.
Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
I generally feel more comfortable wearing my CWs than my more "upmarket" brands.
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Re: How do you view CW compared to others in your collection
Had 4, sold them, regretted selling two of them, and now have a C3 which I really like.
I prefer hand wind to auto, so generally prefer my vintages. I also prefer smaller watches, but I'm coming back around to (slightly) larger ones like 40mm or so.
Nothing else among my wristwatches can hold a candle to my '61 Omega, my Smiths or my Nomos, but the C3 is a great grab 'n' go. Wore it most of last week on a school trip to France, and it was great. Even used the chrono to time kids playing aeroball!
I prefer hand wind to auto, so generally prefer my vintages. I also prefer smaller watches, but I'm coming back around to (slightly) larger ones like 40mm or so.
Nothing else among my wristwatches can hold a candle to my '61 Omega, my Smiths or my Nomos, but the C3 is a great grab 'n' go. Wore it most of last week on a school trip to France, and it was great. Even used the chrono to time kids playing aeroball!
Steve
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