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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
MSRP $5,639

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold42mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold41h
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold100m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold$5,639

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
13.2mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48.75mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Oro
Skeleton
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
NORQAIN NN08S
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
29
25
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$5,639

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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.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold is praised for its unique, mountain-inspired skeletonized dial design, though its asymmetry may not be universally appealing. It features a COSC-certified automatic movement with a 62-hour power reserve. One review notes a 42mm black DLC case with mixed finishing, while another mentions a titanium case and rubber strap contributing to comfortable wear. The price is listed at $7,490 for a jade green DLC titanium version. Overall, reviewers highlight the distinctive dial and comfortable wearability as key strengths of the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold.

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