Christopher Ward C60 Trident ReefvsSquale Matic S

Matic S
SqualeMatic S

Ref. squale-matic-s-orange-hydroleather·MSRP $1,525

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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 Reef at true scale

C60 Trident Reef

Squale Matic S at true scale

Matic S

Diameter

41mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.9mm

47mm

lowest

Thickness

11.4mm

lowest

12.6mm

Water Resistance

200m

600m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

38h

MSRP

$995

lowest

$1,525

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.45mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Steel
Water Resistance
200m
600m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

2 specs
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$1,525
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef

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.

From video reviewers

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.

Squale Matic S

Owners widely praise the Squale Matic S for its superb build and finishing, with some finding its quality comparable to similarly priced Hamilton watches. The watch is noted for its comfortable, ergonomic design and vintage styling. One reviewer flags the fluorescent orange seconds hand as clashing with other accents and the lume on the indices as poor. The Squale Matic S is priced at €1,535 including VAT. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Squale Matic S highly for its build quality and vintage-inspired design at its price point.