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Oris Year of the Snake Limited Edition

The Oris Year of the Snake Limited Edition is noted for its skeletonized dial, available in either cyan or green, and its 10-day power reserve from the in-house Calibre 115 movement. The watch features a 44mm titanium case and a distinctive power reserve indicator shaped like a snake's tongue. This limited edition, restricted to 88 pieces, was priced at EUR 8,200 / USD 9,100. Overall, reviewers highlight the Oris Year of the Snake Limited Edition for its unique skeletonized dial and impressive 10-day power reserve.

Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic

The Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic is noted for its laser-etched guilloché dial featuring Roman numerals and a blue handset, a departure from the original's sunray dial and applied indices, necessitating a more domed sapphire crystal. It presents a chiming complication with a visible hammer and gong, housed within a 41mm grade 5 titanium case that exhibits brushed and polished finishes. The watch is powered by the FS01 movement, a modified Sellita SW200-1 with a chiming module, and offers 30 meters of water resistance. Reviewers highlight the meticulous hand-finishing on the visible chiming mechanism. Overall, reviewers praise the Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic for its intricate guilloché dial and the impressive chiming complication housed in a titanium case.

From video reviewers

The C1 Bel Canto Classic's value for its rare sonnerie au passage complication is a significant strength. The 30m water resistance is a limitation. Reviewers were split on whether the watch's thickness was a concern.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Year of the Snake Limited Edition44mm
C1 Bel Canto Classic48mm
Power Reserve
Year of the Snake Limited Edition240 hoursh
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
Water Resistance
Year of the Snake Limited Edition100m
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
MSRP
Year of the Snake Limited Edition$9,600
C1 Bel Canto Classic$4,995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
48mm
Thickness
13.2mm
Material
Titanium
Grade 5 Titanium
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Green
Azzurro
Indices
Roman numerals
Lume
None
SLN C1 X1 BL

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Oris Calibre 115
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
3 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
240 hoursh
38h
Jewels
40
29
Complications
None
Moonphase

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,600
$4,995
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