Which is cheaper, the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

At MSRP the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef is the cheaper of the two at $995, against $2,600 for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION — a $1,605 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef wears larger at 41mm versus 39mm for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef is rated to 200m versus 30m for the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef or the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

The Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION carries a 72-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef.

What movement does the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef run compared to the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef uses the SW200-1 and the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION uses the L888.5.

Side by side

Christopher Ward C60 Trident ReefvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef

C60-41A3H31S0BB0-RK

MSRP $995

Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

L4.910.4.99.6

MSRP $2,600

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

C60 Trident Reef41mm

ELEGANT COLLECTION39mm

Power Reserve

C60 Trident Reef38h

ELEGANT COLLECTION72h

Water Resistance

C60 Trident Reef200m

ELEGANT COLLECTION30m

MSRP

C60 Trident Reef$995

ELEGANT COLLECTION$2,600

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Indices

Applied

Diamond indexes

Lume

SLN X1 BL C1

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

L888.5

Beat Rate

4 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

38h

72h

Jewels

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$995

$2,600

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef for its fun, affordable design, vibrant multi-layered dials inspired by reef art, and good wearability due to curved lugs and a thin profile, with the 41mm size noted as better proportioned. The watch is powered by the Sellita SW200-1 movement and offers 200m water resistance, with pricing starting at £695. One reviewer suggested swapping the yellow minute hand and strap on a specific model for a different aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef highly for its vibrant design and value at the price point.

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Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION

The Longines Elegant Collection is widely praised for its value and traditional styling, offering versatility for both casual and formal wear. Owners note its elegant appearance can be suitable for any occasion. However, some find its thickness and hand color potentially confusing, with polished hands sometimes difficult to read in certain light. On balance, owners rate the Longines Elegant Collection highly for its value and timeless design.

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