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Christopher Ward C60 LympstonevsHalios Universa II

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C60 Lympstone
Christopher WardC60 Lympstone
MSRP $1,615
Universa II
HaliosUniversa II
MSRP $995

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Lympstone40mm
Universa II38mm
Power Reserve
C60 Lympstone38h
Universa II40h
Water Resistance
C60 Lympstone600m
Universa II100m
MSRP
C60 Lympstone$1,615
Universa II$995

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
13.8mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.3mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
600m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (double-domed)
Dial Color
Black
Gold
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Sellita SW300-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$995

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone

The Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone is praised for its unique matt crushed carbon fiber dial, described as meteor-like, and its gunmetal PVD case which resembles brushed stainless steel with a patina. Owners consistently highlight the excellent X1 lume, noting it glows brightly for an extended period. The watch features two large, easy-to-use screw-down crowns and an internal compass bezel. The PVD coating is reported to be intact and in excellent condition. Overall, owners highly rate the Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone for its distinctive dial and robust lume.

Halios Universa II

Owners widely praise the Halios Universa II for its applied indices, excellent finishing for the price, and comfortable 38mm dimensions. The integrated bracelet design with a satisfying micro-adjust clasp and case architecture are described as masterclasses. However, some find the bracelet clasp chunkier than the overall design, and the angular lug design is noted as not being for everyone. One owner reported unexpected pastel dial colors and a poor winding action. On balance, owners rate the Halios Universa II highly for its applied indices and excellent finishing at the price point.

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