I’ll never buy a watch over $700 with a NH35. How can you justify buying a watch that has a movement you can replace for $25. It’s getting embarrassing that the Chinese are selling watches for hundreds cheaper with the same specs. I don’t even know if a SW200 is worth it. Of all my watches, I have an Oceanus that’s gorgeous and gets most wrist time, that can find my Phone!
@RelativeTime11 сағат бұрын
Which Oceanus. They are amazing
@finster444k14 сағат бұрын
1:13:00, FREE WATCH ALARM 🎉🎉
@RelativeTime12 сағат бұрын
I take it you don't remember our last conversation about all this... Once again I ask if you disagree with any of my points?
@Karl-hx6sw16 сағат бұрын
I love the logo just wish the indices were bigger or different at 3, 6 and 9
@aprofromuk16 сағат бұрын
black text on yellow, wud hv been much better.
@FaitheDone17 сағат бұрын
A leader or a man of action in a crisis almost always acts subconsciously and then thinks of the reasons for his action.
@MyrnaLeopold19 сағат бұрын
Some bathing suits just shouldn’t be worn by some people.
@RelativeTime11 сағат бұрын
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@durandsimon522120 сағат бұрын
If only CW didn't have this weird hand designs...
@WeibenWang23 сағат бұрын
I have the C60 Sapphire (now discontinued, I think), more or less that watch, but with a translucent blue dial which shows the movement underneath, like a machine under water. So it's the classic tool watch with a cool interesting dial. It also has 600m water resistance, but is 14mm thick. I would gladly give up 300m for a case a couple of millimeters thinner.
@morgan97475Күн бұрын
You can't go wrong with a CW.
@extremejoyКүн бұрын
9:50 - if you don’t travel then I agree with you but since I travel a lot; I like the cities name instead of 24 hour marker.
@Nick-wh4jtКүн бұрын
Display caseback on a diver is a big no no for me. And I find the logo tacky, unfortunately.
@jouwenlee7829Күн бұрын
Looking at the Orient Kamasu on my wrist, realizing some of the resemblances of the two, of course Orient being the much cheaper version.
@vangledoshКүн бұрын
I really don't get the logo criticisms, I think the logo is brilliant and they've finally nailed it.
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
I think once you know what it is, and you see it, you realize that it's a cool idea. But if you're still trying to figure out what the logo represents it just looks a little odd.
@vangledoshКүн бұрын
@@RelativeTimeYeah I get that, I certainly prefer it over just having the name on the dial. I do think you should have a history in horology before putting a name on the dial. Patek Phillipe for eg works because everyone knows the importance of that name, CW aren’t quite there yet. I get the feeling people will not only accept this logo but start to like it, really matches their modern look for me
@MrtellitlikeitisКүн бұрын
The market is so washed up with divers Its a snooze honestly. I have a white orient usa diver just like this. Fraction of price. Gotta snooze again. Srry
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
True, but the thing is people keep buying them. It's like SUVs, the market is flooded because that's what the majority of people seem to want.
@larrydalton220522 сағат бұрын
I have both this CW and the Orient Mako USA 2 white dial. I like both. The Orient is a decent watch, but there is no comparison between them. The CW is drastically better.
@parrotheaddannyКүн бұрын
Yes, yes, yes. The duty taxes are a killer! I was shocked as well the first time I bought a Christopher Ward. Now, I hear they are opening a shop in the US so...
@mfrankel8321Күн бұрын
Hi shane, terrific video on the Christopher Ward watch. You are the only reviewer I have seen who has mentioned the duty tax issue. I was hoping that with some sort of a coupon discount like wise as that the price point could be under $1000. Now, we are talking about $1200. While the watch is excellent, the price makes you think a little more if you live in the U.S.
@dig494Күн бұрын
Right on. Well done review. I have had one in blue and 42mm for over a year and am still in love. 42mm is my go to size for divers but I think I would order down to 40mm. The bezel is slim and the case is such that slightly smaller might fit my 7.125-.25" wrist a bit better. Still a keeper though.
@etebolКүн бұрын
Not another CW video. There are so many others.
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
Which is why I did a little bit of a different format with this one.
@dunka12Күн бұрын
I dunno, but my C60 Atoll, really stands out in my divers collection. It's does get maybe too much attention, especially with that constantly sparkly bezel.
@wastedaga1nКүн бұрын
Getting watch fatigue yet?
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
A little bit here and there, but doing the channel and making videos on each adds a different element to it for me.
@tjfish9683Күн бұрын
Another review that is right on in all its points. Great watch, but if you already have several basic divers, do you need another one that is a little better, but adds nothing in originality? It was more appealing when the prices were lower or back when CW gave discounts. Still, I don't think you can get anything better at this price. But my next watch may be a Wise.
@brianmccord7387Күн бұрын
Marc at LIW recently opined that 9015 > SW200 as well.
@nicola_rdnКүн бұрын
Hey ! Love the POV. I feel the same about this watch. BTW, what vario bund strap is it exactly ? Yours seems to have like a gorgeous greenish hue i cannot find on the pictures on their webstite. Do you know its exact ref name (crazy horse, muddy grey etc) ? Also, it is the 20mm version right ?
@aubsta1Күн бұрын
People don’t want someone’s name on the dial, but…what about “Seiko” …
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
I think it was more the full name. Like if it just said WARD, I don't think people would have minded as much.
@bernardbarroga1497Күн бұрын
Great review as always Shane.👌🏼Now about the watch, well, it’s a bit vanilla for me. 😮😳
@tuliosouza8973Күн бұрын
Con: they sponsor Everton FC
@donrijos5058Күн бұрын
All the bad vibe experts gave Ginault with his watches but not a single homage bullshit to these guys. Lovely watch but the price...... I went with Ginault and boy! That is a quality watch. I got them both.
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
Well Ginault had some other controversies, so the homage thing was just extra for the Rolex faithful to bitch about. Although plenty think this is homagey too.
@bestboy897Күн бұрын
cw is more value than seiko
@jaer.6540Күн бұрын
Lately, CW's customer service has been lackluster for more than a few customers, me being one of them. Its very frustrating and they really need to find a way to get a HQ of some sorts in the US, as we are the country that buys the most CW products, according to CW.
@patricktoohey8310Күн бұрын
Great introduction to CW, beautiful camera work.
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@Gumby56Күн бұрын
I have 3 Wise watches, now, I need a CW.
@younusimam-thesalamproject6340Күн бұрын
Honestly, i loved the design of the older Trident 600 much better. That ceramic bezel was perfect. The 300 looks like a downgrade for my preferences.
@jontptКүн бұрын
You mean, does the perfect desk diver exist? Must be, because this thing is pretty useless as an actual diver...
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
Well what would you consider to be an actual diver? And what would this be lacking compared to that?
@johnc1848Күн бұрын
@@RelativeTime you know I dive with every “diver” I buy, which sadly is over 60 of them. I’d dive with the CW and think it makes a fine diver, as long as it is on rubber or a NATO. Not having the minute hash marks on the bezel to 10 is a bummer. The crown guards are pretty thin, but I’ve been diving with no guards many, many times and have had no issues. That said, my favorite diver of all is either my Helm Khuraburi orange/blue with 10:00 crown or my titanium , Fanos Blue dial. White dials are fine to dive with, even at night though.
@adk7962Күн бұрын
Thanks for the great review and your thoughts. My first foray into entry level luxury watches will most likely be a CW. Or I’ll buy 7 more kits from SKXMOD… thanks again!
@robbl2788Күн бұрын
I have the same CW watch, but in green. It's a really good watch. You should try getting Formex to review. I would be curious of your opinion of it.
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
I've been debating getting a 38mm essence. Heard lots of amazing things.
@williamhill7312Күн бұрын
Great video
@khronokrazeКүн бұрын
When CW had more discount codes, buying the C60 in 2 parts and orders, one on a 2-pc strap with significant discount to get under $800 and another buying the SS bracelet separately, was a way to get around the import tax. They don't do discounts anymore it seems , though 😢 I owned this watch before. In many ways it was the perfect diver. But, some of your points did equate to me not keeping it for long. I just didn't gravitate towards it as sure as I thought I would. It's a great watch. It just didn't stimulate my mind and heart in the end after getting it. Specs and value aren't everything. For me, oddly, perfection seemed boring in this case. I feel maybe a little quirk or detail that is niche or maybe generates a bit of a marmite effect can make a watch more attractive, strangely. Something that is not necessarily meant or catered for everyone nor the masses. Sometimes...
@dahak972Күн бұрын
That logo is something I really don’t like.
@soundknightКүн бұрын
The teeth on the SW200 gears are better designs for longevity
@soundknightКүн бұрын
I disagree with you about the logo on the dial, but then again, I figured it out when I first saw it.
@monologic4806Күн бұрын
Really good review Shane. Thanks
@CymInUAКүн бұрын
Import duty will still be applicable to CW watches even if brought in to the US and sold by a main dealership store, unfortunately. Same applies in for us the UK if buying anything from the States, and also now the EU since Brexit.
@RichKovarsКүн бұрын
There are no plans currently to sell watches at the Dallas showroom. It will be a try on and order sort of deal. They may expand at some point but it isn't in the current plan. If it does happen you are right that import duty will be paid but it won't be your responsibility anymore. It will be reflected in the retail price. At that point CW would adjust US pricing on the website to reflect duty instead of just adding it at checkout like they do now.
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
I've heard the try and buy, but will the watch still be shipped to you or to the store for pickup later?
@RichKovarsКүн бұрын
@@RelativeTime When I talked to Mike Pearson it didn't sound like they would be handling any inventory. I got the impression that everything would be shipped to the buyer.
@samnova450Күн бұрын
Like the CW watch, love that black and orange strap. Where did you get that? Thanks for the review.
@jaysterling26Күн бұрын
I'm sure it's Christopher Ward , available separately on their site , perhaps you could try it on but not buy it soon in Dallas ( honestly, in this day & age & in a reputedly demanding market..!?)? I have a C63 c36mm ( on one of their sales - they're on June & January (?)) - the bracelet is so enjoyable. My only wish is that it were 34mm ...so I bought a Hamilton Jazzmaster as well..
@barryvercueil2346Күн бұрын
Such a beautiful watch. I would rather pick the C65 Aquitaine.
@richlouis8794Күн бұрын
I would agree it is the perfect diver. Functional tool esthetic and yet attractive enough to wear for dress up occasions. The case is special, both attractive to look at and great wearing on wrist with the deeply curved lugs. I have the C60 Pro 600 and always enjoy putting it on wrist. If I did not have it, I would not hesitate to get the 300 which is a newer, thinner iteration.
@davidlloydjones752Күн бұрын
Had the black dial [42mm], but sold it as I've never really connected with CW as a brand. Still regret it a bit though, it was a stunning and well-made watch.😏
@zman8340Күн бұрын
It’s very nice and I need a white dial but soulless for me .
@soundknightКүн бұрын
Sinn has some great white dials...
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
Too sterile?
@P_EziКүн бұрын
So the logo is not a Space Invaders reference?
@RelativeTimeКүн бұрын
Disappointingly no. 😆
@ginocolella6373Күн бұрын
Price setting is the same way around, when we buy from US brands, and US brands has also raised prices..