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Christopher Ward C60 LympstonevsPraesidus DD-45

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C60 Lympstone
Christopher WardC60 Lympstone
MSRP $1,615
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Lympstone40mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
C60 Lympstone38h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
C60 Lympstone600m
DD-45100m
MSRP
C60 Lympstone$1,615
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Thickness
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.3mm
46.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
600m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
OG
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$299

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone

The Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone is praised for its unique matt crushed carbon fiber dial, described as meteor-like, and its gunmetal PVD case which resembles brushed stainless steel with a patina. Owners consistently highlight the excellent X1 lume, noting it glows brightly for an extended period. The watch features two large, easy-to-use screw-down crowns and an internal compass bezel. The PVD coating is reported to be intact and in excellent condition. Overall, owners highly rate the Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone for its distinctive dial and robust lume.

Praesidus DD-45

The Praesidus DD-45 is lauded for its detailed vintage-inspired design and solid finishing, with reviewers highlighting the impressive aged indices and hands on the "Patina" version and a well-finished 38mm steel case. Its 100-meter water resistance exceeds that of the original military watches, and the included leather strap is praised for its quality and vintage character, despite initial stiffness. One reviewer notes the Landeron movement exhibits jerky hand-winding. Overall, reviewers rate the Praesidus DD-45 highly for its faithful vintage aesthetic and robust build at its $900 price point.

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