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Christopher Ward C63 ValourvsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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C63 Valour
Christopher WardC63 Valour
MSRP $1,050
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Valour45.8mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
C63 Valour40h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
C63 Valour150m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
C63 Valour$1,050
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
45.8mm
40mm
Thickness
11.55mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Engraved
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
G10
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
768 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
4
25
Complications
Chronograph, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,050
$450

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 Valour

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Valour for its beautiful, deep dial with 3D applied markers and symmetric chronograph design, with some calling it one of the best-looking and most affordable chronographs available. Reviewers note the 39mm wide, 11.55mm thick Light-catcher case with flowing curves and contrasting finishes. The watch is powered by a thermocompensated, chronometer-certified quartz ETA G10.212 AD movement, with ETA claiming ±10 seconds per year accuracy via PreciDrive technology. However, some owners question the use of a quartz movement in a watch of this caliber, though others defend it for reliability and thinner profiles, while also debating if its claimed accuracy meets High Accuracy Quartz (HAQ) standards. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Christopher Ward C63 Valour for its striking aesthetics and value, with the primary point of contention being its quartz movement.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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