Buyalov A67 BronzevsChristopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite

The Buyalov A67 Бронза receives praise for its 1967-style case, bezel, and bracelet, along with unique dial colors like fume-orange and sunburst teal, and excellent SuperLuminova C3 lume. Owners appreciate the bronze case's ability to develop a pleasing patina and its radial brushing that offers a unique 3D shine. The Seiko NH38 movement is noted for accuracy within 5 seconds per day and reliability. However, some owners criticize the loss of Russian character with the Seiko movement and find the dial logo distracting. The watch is also described as thicker and wearing bulkier than desired, with some finding the date window busy and its trapezoid shape unconventional. On balance, owners rate the Buyalov A67 Бронза highly for its distinctive dial colors and case design at its price point, despite reservations about the Seiko movement and case thickness.

The Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite is a well-made and attractively finished watch with a blue gradient dial and an internal bezel operated by the 2 o'clock crown. Reviewers note the Light-catcher case design hugs the wrist, and the case construction incorporates a 300-micron compression spring highlighted by an orange aluminum ring. One reviewer criticizes the bracelet's end link finishing for not matching the lugs and finds the pin-and-collar system for sizing difficult. Another reviewer calls the 150-meter water resistance a party trick and dislikes the logo and the trident on the seconds hand. The watch uses a COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement with a 56-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers find the Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite to be a refined and attractive watch, with the primary criticisms focusing on bracelet finishing and minor design elements.