The lugs play a part in that shift, too. From the side, the lugs are nicely sloped to give an elegant look and a comfortable fit on the wrist, but they are much more prominent when viewed face on. From this vantage point, the lugs can appear almost straight and boxlike jutting out from the case, but this is far from an accurate portrayal. Most of the time, however, you are likely to see each individual and divergent aspect as a pleasing mix between the two extremes. Marloe have opted for a solid case back on this model, and in keeping with the Haskell name the case back features a map of Antarctica in relief sitting just inside the bottom of the case sides. Though it looks as though this is a one-piece case, there’s actually a small lip at six between the lugs for removing the case back and accessing the movement. (Editor’s note: an earlier version of this review incorrectly stated that this was a one-piece case.)

The push/pull crown also has a polished finish with an angled rifling texture to it. I don’t know whether this has a great impact on the ease of operation, but it is a nice detail nevertheless. The Marloe “M” is etched on the top.