Christopher Ward C60 LympstonevsOceaneva WaveRacer 1000m Mechanical Chronograph
Ref. mechanical-chronograph-automatic-watch-black·MSRP $1,599
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Measurements
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C60 Lympstone
WaveRacer 1000m Mechanical Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.3mm
n/a
Thickness
13.8mm
lowest
16.5mm
Water Resistance
600m
1000m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
55h
highest
MSRP
$1,615
$1,599
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Oceaneva 4155
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone is praised for its unique matt crushed carbon fiber dial, which offers a meteor-like appearance. Owners note the excellent X1 lume that glows brightly and for a long duration, and the gunmetal PVD case is described as appearing more like brushed stainless steel with a patina than black. The watch features two large, easy-to-manipulate screw-down crowns for time setting and an internal compass bezel. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C60 Lympstone highly for its distinctive dial and robust lume.
Owners widely praise the Oceaneva WaveRacer 1000m Mechanical Chronograph for its impressive specifications and robust build, with one owner describing it as built like a tank. However, one owner found the watch felt cheap in comparison when handled. Overall, owners rate the Oceaneva WaveRacer 1000m Mechanical Chronograph highly for its impressive specifications and robust build, despite some finding the tactile feel lacking.
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