Christopher Ward C1 Bel CantovsOblvlo IM Tourbillon

The Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto is praised for its three-dimensional, futuristic aesthetic and exposed chiming mechanism, with its design language compared to MB&F. Reviewers note the Cielo blue dial's transition from pale blue to grey and the hand-finished anglage on the sonnerie au passage complication's levers and hammers. The 41mm grade-5 titanium case is finished with fine brushing, and the movement is a Sellita SW200-1 base with an FS01 chiming module, offering a 38-hour power reserve. One reviewer found the Oyster-style bracelet stylistically mismatched with the classical dial of the C1 Bel Canto Classic. Overall, reviewers highlight the C1 Bel Canto's striking design and intricate chiming complication as its primary appeal.

Owners widely praise the Oblvlo IM Tourbillon for its skeletonized dial and carbon fiber case finishing, noting it looks more expensive than its price. However, some owners find the minute markers difficult to read, impacting time setting, and accuracy averages around -10 seconds per day. Concerns also exist regarding long-term reliability and parts availability for Chinese tourbillons. On balance, owners rate the Oblvlo IM Tourbillon highly for its visually striking aesthetic and perceived value, despite practical readability and accuracy drawbacks.