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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicvsGrand Seiko SBGH263

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C1 Bel Canto Classic
Christopher WardC1 Bel Canto Classic
MSRP $5,340
SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Bel Canto Classic40mm
SBGH26339.5mm
Power Reserve
C1 Bel Canto Classic38h
SBGH26355h
Water Resistance
C1 Bel Canto Classic30m
SBGH26330m
MSRP
C1 Bel Canto Classic$5,340
SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.2mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
9S85
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
55h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,340
$6,200

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

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