Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300vsThorn 40mm NH35A Diver Automatic Watch
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
C60 Atoll 300
40mm NH35A Diver Automatic Watch
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.4mm
lowest
47.8mm
Thickness
11.3mm
lowest
13.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,320
$179
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
PT5000
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 is widely praised for its exceptional fit and finish, with owners frequently highlighting its "light catcher" case that gives it a jewelry-like appearance and a beautifully executed lacquered dial. Some users desire a larger 42mm size option, while one owner notes the crystal's anti-reflective coating is weak or absent. The watch features a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 highly for its premium case finishing and dial execution at its price point.
The Christopher Ward C60 Atoll 300 features a striking gradient dial and a reliable Sellita SW200-1 movement. The case finishing is a notable strength. No shared weaknesses were identified.
Owners widely praise the Thorn 40mm NH35A Diver Automatic Watch for its impressive case finishing, featuring sharp polished chamfers and nice brushing, along with great lume and excellent wrist presence due to its 40mm case and ideal lug-to-lug measurement. The vintage aesthetic with yellowish hands and old-fashioned dial details is also a highlight, as is the explorer dial. The watch is considered well-made and offered at a great price, with the NH35 movement and 120-click bezel being impressive features. However, some owners note that the dial text on certain models does not match the logo style, and one owner reported the water resistance as 30M splash proof, not 300M. Some owners also report the watch as incredibly fragile. On balance, owners rate the Thorn 40mm NH35A Diver Automatic Watch highly for its finishing, vintage aesthetic, and value at the price point.
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