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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsGrand Seiko SLGW007

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
SLGW007
Grand SeikoSLGW007
MSRP $10,000

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
SLGW00738.6mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
SLGW00780h
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
SLGW00730m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
SLGW007$10,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38.6mm
Thickness
13.2mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Oro
Black
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
9SA4
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$10,000

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGW007

Grand Seiko SLGW007 owners and reviewers praise its compact 38.6mm x 9.95mm Evolution 9 case and the textured "Moonlit Birch" dial, described as moody, elegant, and captivating. The technically credible 9SA4 hand-wound movement with an 80-hour power reserve is also highlighted. Its 30m water resistance and lack of lume are noted as appropriate for a dress watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGW007 highly for its refined case, captivating dial, and updated movement.

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