Christopher Ward C60 Trident ReefvsSteinhart Ocean One BLACK DLC
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Measurements
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C60 Trident Reef
Ocean One BLACK DLC
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
n/a
Thickness
11.4mm
lowest
14mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$995
n/a
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
ETA 2824-2
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 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 widely praise the Steinhart Ocean One BLACK DLC for its aesthetic appeal and high quality for the price, with one owner noting its versatility on NATO straps during a beach trip. The DLC coating and lack of a cyclops are seen as welcome differentiators from its stylistic inspiration. Some owners find the watch beautiful and appreciate the availability of affordable replacement bracelets. One owner dislikes the ceramic bezel, and another points out the bezel's lume pip sits on top rather than being recessed. The 42mm Steinhart Ocean One Black DLC has a 49mm lug-to-lug measurement and a 13mm thickness. Overall, owners rate the Steinhart Ocean One BLACK DLC highly for its value and design, with the quality-to-cost ratio being a significant draw.
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