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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsChristopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
C63 Sealander Automatic
Christopher WardC63 Sealander Automatic
MSRP $1,430
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Ikepod Chronopod C001

The Ikepod Chronopod C001 is praised for its exceptional case finishing and unique, design-driven aesthetic, offering significant dial depth for its price. Owners find it comfortable despite its 44mm size, with one noting it as a welcome return for the brand. However, some question its value at $340, citing the quartz movement and non-Swiss manufacturing as drawbacks, and prototypes featured large date numerals that drew criticism. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C001 for its distinctive design and quality finishing at its price point, though value perception varies.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet, and GADA versatility, with some calling it their best offering and a bargain. However, the lume is consistently criticized as weak, particularly for its price point. Some owners find the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and one notes the brand's poor aftermarket value retention. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its build quality and versatility at the price.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
C63 Sealander Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
C63 Sealander Automatic65h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
C63 Sealander Automatic150m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
C63 Sealander Automatic$1,430

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
SW 200-2
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
65h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$1,430
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