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CWC T20 General Service Quartz WatchvsMaen Manhattan Ultra Thin

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T20 General Service Quartz Watch
CWCT20 General Service Quartz Watch
MSRP $249
Manhattan Ultra Thin
MaenManhattan Ultra Thin
MSRP $1,159
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CWC T20 General Service Quartz Watch

The CWC T20 General Service Quartz Watch is widely praised for its simple, clean, and classic look, with owners considering it a classy and comfortable field watch. Its 38mm tonneau case is seen by some as a cool retro piece representative of original MOD specifications, though others find this size too small for larger wrists. The watch is noted for keeping accurate time, with one owner reporting it as practical for everyday wear. It features a stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, and a Ronda 715 movement. A limitation mentioned is the fixed lugs, which restrict strap versatility. Overall, owners rate the CWC T20 General Service Quartz Watch highly for its classic military-inspired aesthetic and reliable timekeeping at an affordable price.

Maen Manhattan Ultra Thin

The Maen Manhattan Ultra Thin is widely praised for its slim case, with reviewers noting a 6.9mm or 7.1mm thickness, and its elegant, vintage-inspired styling. Specific design elements highlighted include a Côtes de Genève or hammered "Tuscan" dial finish and an integrated bracelet. The hand-wound ETA Pesaux 7001 movement is noted for its role in achieving the thin profile, offering a 42-hour power reserve. However, the black text on the vertically striped dial can be difficult to read, and the integrated bracelet lacks a quick-release system. Some reviewers expressed a desire for a 38mm case size option. Overall, reviewers rate the Maen Manhattan Ultra Thin highly for its slim, elegant design and vintage aesthetic at its price point.

From video reviewers

The ultra-thin profile is a standout feature. The value proposition is a point of discussion.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
T20 General Service Quartz Watch38mm
Manhattan Ultra Thin37mm
Power Reserve
T20 General Service Quartz Watch40h
Manhattan Ultra Thin40h
Water Resistance
T20 General Service Quartz Watch50m
Manhattan Ultra Thin100m
MSRP
T20 General Service Quartz Watch$249
Manhattan Ultra Thin$1,159

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
12mm
7.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
18.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
Dial Color
CWC T20 General Service Quartz Watch
M2.2.1
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$249
$1,159
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