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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsIslander Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
IslanderIslander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
MSRP $449

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-32342mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323200m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323$449

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
13.2mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
0mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Screw-down

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Oro
Indices
Roman numerals
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Seiko NH38
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
29
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$449

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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.

Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323

Owners widely praise the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 for its stunning radiant blue dial and red seconds hand, with some noting its resemblance to a luxury model. The watch is frequently cited as offering excellent value for its price. Some owners express a dislike for the circle/triangle logo, while others appreciate the availability of both 38mm and 43mm size options. Overall, owners rate the Islander Red October V2 Dive Watch with Radiant Blue Dial #ISL-323 highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition.

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