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Astor + Banks ChronovsChristopher Ward C63 Colchester

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
C63 Colchester
Christopher WardC63 Colchester
MSRP $1,615

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
C63 Colchester47.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
C63 Colchester38h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
C63 Colchester150m
MSRP
Chrono$575
C63 Colchester$1,615

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
44mm
47.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Injected carbon
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
SW200
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$1,615

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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.

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