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Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière Limited EditionvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition
Christopher WardC60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition
MSRP $2,570
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition47.9mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition56h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition300m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition$2,570
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
47.9mm
40mm
Thickness
10.85mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Yellow
Black
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,570
$329

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition

The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition is widely praised for its well-executed Light-catcher titanium case and comfortable 41mm build, with owners highlighting its excellent bezel and crown action and overall finishing quality. The spectacular Globolight lume on the dial and hands offers a bright, even glow and legibility, ultimately winning over initial reservations about the large markers. Some reviewers note that the end links can appear slightly longer than the lugs, and one owner expressed a preference for grade 5 titanium over grade 2 for improved scratch resistance. The watch is powered by a COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement with a 56-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière Limited Edition highly for its impressive lume and exceptional case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features a unique dial that provides a good experience in both day and night conditions. One weakness is the relatively high price point of the watch, especially when compared to other divers in the market. Reviewers disagree on the significance of the watch's ultra-slim design.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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