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Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire EdgevsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

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C60 Sapphire Edge
Christopher WardC60 Sapphire Edge
MSRP $1,640
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz
MSRP $1,450

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Sapphire Edge49.32mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz36mm
Power Reserve
C60 Sapphire Edge56h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz40h
Water Resistance
C60 Sapphire Edge300m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz300m
MSRP
C60 Sapphire Edge$1,640
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz$1,450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
49.32mm
36mm
Thickness
10.7mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.32mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
None

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,640
$1,450

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge for its innovative deep blue sapphire dial, which is considered superior to other transparent dial executions, and its slim, ergonomic 42mm case. The lumed rubber strap is also a frequently highlighted feature, contributing to the watch's homogeneous luminosity and "damn cool" aesthetic. The watch is noted for offering incredible value, with a Sellita SW300-1 movement providing a 56-hour power reserve and 60ATM water resistance. However, one owner reported the sapphire dial cracked from the inside during regular use, and the brand denied warranty repair for this issue. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge highly for its striking dial execution and innovative features at its price point.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz

Owners widely praise the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz for its tool-like aesthetic, bright tritium lume, and satisfying bezel action, making it enjoyable to handle and use. One owner finds the 36mm case comfortable after an initial adjustment period, while another reports accuracy within a few seconds of atomic time. On balance, owners rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Quartz highly for its superb value and enjoyable tool-watch characteristics.

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