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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
13.2mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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