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Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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C63 True GMT
Christopher WardC63 True GMT
MSRP $4,135
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 True GMT48mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
C63 True GMT120h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
C63 True GMT100m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
C63 True GMT$4,135
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
48mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14.15mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-002
9S66
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
72h
Jewels
33
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,135
$6,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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