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Christopher Ward C63 ColchestervsFortis Novonaut N-42

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C63 Colchester
Christopher WardC63 Colchester
MSRP $1,615
Novonaut N-42
FortisNovonaut N-42
MSRP $5,230

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Colchester47.5mm
Novonaut N-4242mm
Power Reserve
C63 Colchester38h
Novonaut N-4260h
Water Resistance
C63 Colchester150m
Novonaut N-42300m
MSRP
C63 Colchester$1,615
Novonaut N-42$5,230

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
47.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.6mm
14.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
21mm
Material
Injected carbon
Titanium / Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Titanium Legacy
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
Manufacture Caliber WERK 17
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
60h
Jewels
26
36
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$5,230

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 Colchester

The Christopher Ward C63 Colchester is praised for its extremely lightweight, 41mm forged carbon case and dial, weighing only 38 grams, and its COSC-certified Sellita SW200 movement. Some owners report the lume lasts all night, while others note the red seconds hand can be difficult to see in low light. The recessed crown is a point of discussion, with one owner finding it difficult to manipulate due to its thinness and another suggesting it may be gimmicky. The watch is offered at $925. Overall, owners appreciate the unique materials and lightweight design of the Christopher Ward C63 Colchester, though some express concerns about the crown functionality and price point.

Fortis Novonaut N-42

Owners widely praise the Fortis B-42 Official Cosmonauts for its stunning fit and finish, excellent legibility, and a precise, grippy bezel, with one owner calling its bracelet the nicest they've ever owned. The Fortis Novonaut N-42 is described as a flawless beast with a WERK 17 column-wheel chronograph movement, featuring enhanced shock resistance and COSC adjustment, and is noted as a handsome tool watch with a beautiful dial and nice pusher action. However, the 42mm case of the B-42 wears larger than expected, and the Novonaut's 44mm case and chunky bracelet make it too large and heavy for many. The Fortis Titanium Legacy is a modern pilot's watch with a titanium case and bracelet, featuring a Kenissi WERK 13 movement with a 70-hour power reserve and three time zones. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Fortis Titanium Legacy for its robust tool watch design and advanced movement technology, despite some concerns about case size and bracelet adjustability.

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