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Christopher Ward C60 Trident LumièrevsZelos Helmsman 3

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C60 Trident Lumière
Christopher WardC60 Trident Lumière
MSRP $2,570
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Trident Lumière47.9mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
C60 Trident Lumière56h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
C60 Trident Lumière300m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
C60 Trident Lumière$2,570
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
47.9mm
40mm
Thickness
10.85mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
SS - Frost
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,570
$529

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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