Christopher Ward C60 Trident ReefvsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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Measurements
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C60 Trident Reef

SOMBRERO 90-011
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
45.5mm
lowest
Thickness
11.4mm
lowest
12.4mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
38h
42h
highest
MSRP
$995
$980
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9039
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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 widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its delightful dials, blued hands, and refined aesthetic, with many highlighting the quality finishing and vintage-style design as great value for its price. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned strengths, and one owner found the dive bezel useful for timing minutes. However, one owner notes it is "pretty thick in regards to height," and minor criticism was leveled at the handset finish and crown edges, with visibility issues arising from the indices and handset sharing a similar color. Accuracy can range from -10 to +30 seconds per day with the Miyota 9039 movement. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its stunning appearance and blend of vintage and modern design at a competitive price.
The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.
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