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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsChristopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT

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What people say

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic for its excellent fit and finish, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjustment, and a fresh design that some find stunning, particularly the blue ceramic bezel and white dial. The watch features a satisfyingly clicking ceramic bezel that is easy to operate and a vibrant dial with luminous hands and hour plots. One owner reports their 42mm model runs about +6 seconds per day, while others note that Breitling watches can sometimes lose time due to magnetization, which can be corrected under warranty. The Breitling Superocean Automatic has a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its design and build quality at its price point.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT

The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT is widely praised as a competent and comfortable tool watch offering excellent value. Reviewers consistently highlight its impressive Globolight lume, providing excellent legibility, and its well-proportioned 41mm brushed steel case. The Sellita SW330-2 movement is noted as reliable, though its standard accuracy is stated as ±20 seconds per day, and its GMT functionality is considered less advanced than some alternatives. One owner notes the green dial can be an acquired taste, and hands and markers are considered less refined than those on significantly more expensive watches. The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT is priced attractively at €1,895 on bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT for its rugged, travel-ready design and impressive lume at its price point.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
C63 Sealander Extreme GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
C63 Sealander Extreme GMT56h
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
C63 Sealander Extreme GMT150m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$5,700
C63 Sealander Extreme GMT$2,075

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.56mm
12.05mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL / GL

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
Sellita SW330-2
Beat Rate
0 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
38h
56h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,700
$2,075
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