Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300vsWilliam Wood Valiant
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Measurements
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C60 Trident Pro 300
Valiant
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
lowest
49mm
Thickness
11.3mm
lowest
15mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,095
$820
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
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.
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.
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.
Owners praise the William Wood Valiant's unique, conversation-starting design inspired by British Fire Exit signs, featuring a gunmetal gray PVD-coated 41mm steel case and a strap made from recycled fire hose. Reviewers highlight the playful "Fire Exit man" graphics on the day/date indicators and rotor as notable elements. One owner considers the price of over £900 to be excessive. The watch uses a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and is water-resistant to 100 meters. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the William Wood Valiant for its distinctive theme and use of upcycled materials, despite some finding the price high.
The case finishing is praised for its unique use of upcycled firefighting materials. The price is considered high relative to the movement specifications.
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