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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsDan Henry 1970

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
1970
Dan Henry1970
MSRP $310

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
197040mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
197040h
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
1970200m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
1970$310

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Thickness
13.2mm
14.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45.7mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Oro
Orange
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$310

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic

The Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic features a 41mm titanium case with a glassbox sapphire crystal and a laser-etched guilloché dial with Roman numerals. It utilizes a modified Sellita SW200-1 movement with a chiming module, and its chiming mechanism showcases meticulous hand-finishing. One reviewer found the Oyster-style bracelet a stylistic mismatch for the watch's classical dial design. On balance, reviewers highlight the C1 Bel Canto Classic's refined dial and hand-finished chiming mechanism.

Dan Henry 1970

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1970 for its striking looks, particularly the art deco hands and fantastic crystal. The 44mm size is noted as a drawback for wrists under 7 inches, and one owner reported strap change marks inside the lugs and a small mark on the clasp. The watch features a 41-hour power reserve and 200-meter water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1970 highly for its distinctive vintage-inspired design and value at $295.

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