Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300vsSeiko Prospex Alpinist

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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.

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 at true scale

C60 Trident Pro 300

Seiko Prospex Alpinist at true scale

Prospex Alpinist

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.5mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

11.3mm

lowest

12.9mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

38h

70h

highest

MSRP

$1,095

$503

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko 6R35

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.3mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.45mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Display
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Indices
Applied
n/a
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
LumiBrite

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 6R35
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Day-date, Date
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$503
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 for its exceptional finishing, particularly the "Light Catcher" case which beautifully plays with light, and the comfortable bracelet featuring a quick-adjust system. Reviewers and owners highlight the ceramic bezel's 120 clicks and premium feel, the dial's finishing with applied indexes, and the impressive lume. The crown operation is noted as premium with no wobble. Some owners find the 40mm case wears small, especially on a rubber strap. The Sellita SW200-1 movement has an advertised accuracy of -/+ 20 seconds per day and a 38-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 highly for its build quality and finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's improved proportions and balanced design are praised. The bezel action is noted as smooth and precise. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition, with one seeing it as a benchmark for quality at its price, while another considers it expensive compared to mainstream Swiss divers.

Seiko Prospex Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Alpinist for its excellent 38mm case size and versatile design, making it a capable everyday and business-casual watch. The dark green sunburst dial is a standout feature, described as dynamic and beautifully textured. Its character is further enhanced by the compass bezel and gold indices, and it is considered a great "GADA" (Go Anywhere, Do Anything) watch and a "strap monster" adaptable to various bands. One owner notes the gold tone is less convincing than solid gold alternatives. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Alpinist highly for its appealing design and wearability at the price point.

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