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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsSeestern S456 GMT

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
S456 GMT
SeesternS456 GMT
MSRP $299
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.

Seestern S456 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S456 GMT for its exceptional value and finishing that exceeds expectations, with one owner noting its accuracy surpasses that of their Seiko 5. The dial displays a pearl-like rainbow effect. Some owners would prefer a bidirectional bezel over the current unidirectional one. The Seestern S456 GMT features an NH34 movement, a 39.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and an adjustable clasp. On balance, owners rate the Seestern S456 GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features stunning, detailed finishing that is difficult to top. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
S456 GMT41mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
S456 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
S456 GMT200m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
S456 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
13.2mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Oro
Sunray style, applied and Diamond cut Indices, C1 lume
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Seiko NH34
Beat Rate
4 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41hh
Jewels
29
24
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$299
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