Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300vsVentus Watches Northstar

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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

Ventus Watches Northstar at true scale

Northstar

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.5mm

45mm

lowest

Thickness

11.3mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,095

n/a

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko NH35

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.45mm
45mm
Caseback
Display
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Indices
Applied
n/a
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
n/a
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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.

Ventus Watches Northstar

Owners praise the Ventus Northstar for its overbuilt and practical diver watch aspects, with perceived quality far above its price point. One owner notes the brass case measures 40mm with a 45mm lug to lug and 13mm thickness, featuring a double-domed sapphire crystal with inner AR coating. The case is rated for 300m water resistance. Some owners find the N1 version's dial underwhelming and the rubber strap flimsy, while one owner reports the white dial WD007ST has a noticeably misaligned date wheel. Overall, owners rate the Ventus Northstar highly for its exceptional value and robust build quality at its price point.

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