Christopher Ward C60 Trident ReefvsHult Watch Company Aquatique
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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 Trident Reef
Aquatique
Diameter
41mm
37.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
43.5mm
lowest
Thickness
11.4mm
lowest
12.2mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
38h
42h
highest
MSRP
$995
n/a
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9039
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef is widely praised for its vibrant, multi-layered dials and fun, affordable design, with owners appreciating its value and unique aesthetic. Reviewers note the 41mm case size is well-proportioned and wears comfortably due to curved lugs, and the FKM rubber strap is considered comfortable. Some owners desire a fully lumed bezel, and a minority dislike the Bader bracelet. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef highly for its distinctive design and strong value proposition.
The dial's vibrant color and unique texture are strong points. The bezel's grip and functionality are a shared weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's value proposition relative to Seiko divers.
Owners praise the Hult Watch Company Aquatique for its high quality and sporty design, with many appreciating its smaller 37.4mm case size which contributes to a slim feel on the wrist due to its 11mm thickness. Some owners prefer blue BGW9 lume, while one suggested a mix of X1 grade BGW9 on the bezel pip and X1 C3 for other lume plots for enhanced visibility. The vintage dive watch aesthetic is noted as a crowded segment within the microbrand market. Overall, owners rate the Hult Watch Company Aquatique highly for its appealing design and wearability in a smaller case.
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