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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsRZE Resolute Type A

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
Resolute Type A
RZEResolute Type A
MSRP $499

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
Resolute Type A39mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
Resolute Type A40h
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
Resolute Type A200m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
Resolute Type A$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13.2mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Oro
Black
Indices
Roman numerals
Arabic numerals
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$499

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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.

RZE Resolute Type A

The RZE Resolute Type A is praised for its build quality, finishing, and highly legible dial with luminous elements, all at a $499 price point. Its sandblasted titanium case features an UltraHex coating, and it measures 39.5mm by 11.5mm with 100 meters of water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 82S0 movement's crown operation feels grainy. On balance, reviewers highlight the RZE Resolute Type A as a well-built and legible pilot's watch offering good value.

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