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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Bronze
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$499

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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.

Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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