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Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsDryden Chrono Diver Hometown

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C63 True GMT
Christopher WardC63 True GMT
MSRP $4,135
Chrono Diver Hometown
DrydenChrono Diver Hometown
MSRP $349

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 True GMT48mm
Chrono Diver Hometown42mm
Power Reserve
C63 True GMT120h
Chrono Diver Hometown40h
Water Resistance
C63 True GMT100m
Chrono Diver Hometown100m
MSRP
C63 True GMT$4,135
Chrono Diver Hometown$349

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
48mm
42mm
Thickness
14.15mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Steel
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
$349

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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.

Dryden Chrono Diver Hometown

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver for its fit, feel, and finishing, with many appreciating its vintage-inspired design and the value it offers at its price point. The Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement is frequently cited as a reliable and cost-effective choice. Some owners note that the chronograph pushers lack the tactile click of mechanical chronographs, and the 42mm case with a 49mm lug-to-lug may wear large on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Chrono Diver highly for its attractive design and excellent finishing at the price.

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