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Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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C63 True GMT
Christopher WardC63 True GMT
MSRP $4,135
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 True GMT48mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
C63 True GMT120h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
C63 True GMT100m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
C63 True GMT$4,135
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
48mm
40mm
Thickness
14.15mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
CW-002
9F82
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
$3,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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