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Christopher Ward C60 Trident LumièrevsSheffield 1A 38

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C60 Trident Lumière
Christopher WardC60 Trident Lumière
MSRP $2,570
1A 38
Sheffield1A 38
MSRP $238
What people say

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

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière

The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière is praised for its bright, even lume and astounding legibility, with Globolight XP markers and hands providing a spectacular 3D effect. Reviewers note the grade 2 titanium case and bracelet, featuring an alternating brushed and polished finish, and a comfortable 10.85mm thickness for all-day wear. The 120-click bezel is described as having no wiggle and crisp, audible stops, with a fully lumed ceramic insert, green for the first 15 minutes and blue for the remainder. It is powered by a COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement. Some reviewers point out that the end links are longer than the lugs, which was a point of disappointment. Overall, reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Lumière highly for its exceptional lume performance and comfortable titanium construction at the price.

From video reviewers

The dial's light-reactive finish and visibility in various lighting conditions are praised. The bracelet clasp is considered basic for the price point. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value proposition relative to its price.

Sheffield 1A 38

Sheffield 1A 38 owners praise its superb quality, sturdiness, and amazing price, with some feeling it is more substantial than a Seiko 5. One owner notes the bezel action could be crisper. Shipping fees are considered too expensive. Overall, owners rate the Sheffield 1A 38 highly for its quality and value at the affordable price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Trident Lumière47.9mm
1A 3838mm
Power Reserve
C60 Trident Lumière56h
1A 38
Water Resistance
C60 Trident Lumière300m
1A 38200m
MSRP
C60 Trident Lumière$2,570
1A 38$238

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
47.9mm
38mm
Thickness
10.85mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
NH35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,570
$238
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