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Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsDan Henry 1963

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C63 True GMT
Christopher WardC63 True GMT
MSRP $4,135
1963
Dan Henry1963
MSRP $380

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 True GMT48mm
196342.5mm
Power Reserve
C63 True GMT120h
196340h
Water Resistance
C63 True GMT100m
1963
MSRP
C63 True GMT$4,135
1963$380

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
48mm
42.5mm
Thickness
14.15mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
50mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
CW-002
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
40h
Jewels
33
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,135
$380

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 True GMT

The Christopher Ward C63 True GMT is widely praised for its in-house CW-002 caliber, which offers a 120-hour power reserve and COSC certification. Owners find the 39mm case size comfortable, though some note it wears closer to 40-41mm. While the PVD hands provide good contrast and the lume is praised for readability, one owner felt the orange accent lacked pop and the gloss dial/text combo appeared cheap in certain lighting. One owner also noted a perceived slight difference in production quality compared to a sibling model's bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C63 True GMT highly for its impressive power reserve and COSC-certified movement at its price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is praised for its polished and curved surfaces. The watch uses a Sellita SW330-2 movement. Reviewers disagree on the case size, with one noting 40.5mm and another highlighting a 36mm option.

Dan Henry 1963

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1963 for its attractive vintage aviation look, precise dial printing, sunken sub-dials, sandwich dial construction, domed crystal, and well-executed case finishing, all at an astonishing price point. The chronograph button action is described as satisfying, and the 40mm size is noted as easy to read and versatile. However, some owners found the stock strap disappointing and replaced it. The lume is described as terrible, and the 12-click bezel could offer better resistance. Opinions are mixed on the perceived case quality, with some finding it cheap and lacking a "solid" feel, while others appreciate its mixed finish and slimmer profile. Some question the utility of the 24-hour sub-dial chronograph movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1963 highly for its exceptional value and vintage aesthetic.

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