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Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300vsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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What people say

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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 top-notch case finishing, buttery bracelet with on-the-fly micro-adjust, and awesome lume. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's excellent finishing and applied indexes, the premium feel of the 120-click bezel with minimal backplay, and the smooth crown operation. The bracelet articulates smoothly with tight tolerances, and the quick-release system is durable. Some owners note the Sellita SW200-1 movement's 38-hour power reserve as a minor criticism, and one owner points out that the "30" on the bezel may not perfectly align. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 highly for its exceptional finishing and comfortable bracelet at the 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 Presage Cocktail Time

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with the 4Rxx movement keeping good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. The watch is appreciated for its size and design, though some owners note the absence of a sapphire crystal and occasionally question the price, feeling it competes with significantly more expensive timepieces. One reviewer specifically praised the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, but found the case design uninspired. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its striking dial aesthetics and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Trident Pro 30040mm
Presage Cocktail Time40.5mm
Power Reserve
C60 Trident Pro 30038h
Presage Cocktail Time41h
Water Resistance
C60 Trident Pro 300300m
Presage Cocktail Time50m
MSRP
C60 Trident Pro 300$1,095
Presage Cocktail Time$475

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
11.3mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.45mm
0mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Box
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 4R35
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26
23
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$475
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