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Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300vsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

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C60 Trident Pro 300
Christopher WardC60 Trident Pro 300
MSRP $1,095
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Trident Pro 30040mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
C60 Trident Pro 30038h
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
C60 Trident Pro 300300m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
C60 Trident Pro 300$1,095
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
11.3mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.45mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Grey
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$428

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 for its top-notch case finishing, buttery bracelet with on-the-fly micro-adjust, and awesome lume. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's excellent finishing and applied indexes, the premium feel of the 120-click bezel with minimal backplay, and the smooth crown operation. The bracelet articulates smoothly with tight tolerances, and the quick-release system is durable. Some owners note the Sellita SW200-1 movement's 38-hour power reserve as a minor criticism, and one owner points out that the "30" on the bezel may not perfectly align. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 highly for its exceptional finishing and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's improved proportions and balanced design are praised. The bezel action is noted as smooth and precise. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition, with one seeing it as a benchmark for quality at its price, while another considers it expensive compared to mainstream Swiss divers.

Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

Owners widely appreciate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé for its historical representation and the use of two lume colors. The blended branding is considered tasteful by some, though one owner expressed indecision about the logo and crown position. The 37mm bronze case is designed to develop a patina, as are the bronze hands, complementing the gradient matte black dial with faux-patina lume. The Miyota 82S5 automatic movement, however, is noted by owners to be noisy and rattly, with one owner reporting +7 seconds per day accuracy and a 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé positively for its aesthetic appeal and historical narrative, despite the noisy movement.

From video reviewers

The bronze case developing a patina is a key aesthetic feature. Reviewers found the value proposition to be good at $428 USD.

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