Which is cheaper, the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black or the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch?

At MSRP the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $1,249 for the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black — a $599 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black or the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch?

The CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black wears larger at 41mm versus 36mm for the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black or the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch?

The CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black is rated to 300m versus 30m for the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch.

What movement does the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black run compared to the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch?

The CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black runs a automatic caliber (Sellita SW200-1), while the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch runs a quartz (Swiss High-Torque Quartz (3J, EOL)).

Side by side

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 BlackvsMarathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

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MSRP $1,249

Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch

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MSRP $650

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm

GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch36mm

Power Reserve

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h

GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch40h

Water Resistance

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m

GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch30m

MSRP

Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249

GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)

Black

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

Swiss High-Torque Quartz (3J, EOL)

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,249

$650

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

Owners widely praise the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black for its brushed chapter ring, precise 120-click bezel, clear sapphire crystal, excellent case finishing, and significantly improved lume. The watch is considered a terrific value with solid construction. Some owners express a preference for a matte finish for a more tool-like appearance, though polished versions offer a dressier look and easier scratch removal. On balance, owners rate the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black highly for its tool-like features and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is smooth. The price has increased due to popularity.

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Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch

Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch owners praise its tritium tubes, Mil-spec designation, and scratch-resistant case finish, with some finding the 36mm size practical for field use. However, some owners criticize its perceived overpriced nature, thick case, and squared-off lugs, while others point to the composite case material, 30m water resistance, and unbranded movement as drawbacks. On balance, owners are divided on the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch, with opinions split on its value and design features.

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