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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsCWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
CWCAutomatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black
MSRP $1,249

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black41mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black40h
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black300m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black$1,249

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Oro
CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black (SF300 AS120)
Indices
Roman numerals
Applied
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$1,249

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic

The Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Classic features a 41mm titanium case with a glassbox sapphire crystal and a laser-etched guilloché dial with Roman numerals. It utilizes a modified Sellita SW200-1 movement with a chiming module, and its chiming mechanism showcases meticulous hand-finishing. One reviewer found the Oyster-style bracelet a stylistic mismatch for the watch's classical dial design. On balance, reviewers highlight the C1 Bel Canto Classic's refined dial and hand-finished chiming mechanism.

CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black

Owners widely praise the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black for its brushed chapter ring, precise 120-click bezel, clear sapphire crystal, excellent case finishing, and significantly improved lume. The watch is considered a terrific value with solid construction. Some owners express a preference for a matte finish for a more tool-like appearance, though polished versions offer a dressier look and easier scratch removal. On balance, owners rate the CWC Automatic Divers Watch Mk.2 Black highly for its tool-like features and excellent value.

From video reviewers

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