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Christopher Ward C60 LympstonevsGrand Seiko SBGH263

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C60 Lympstone
Christopher WardC60 Lympstone
MSRP $1,615
SBGH263
Grand SeikoSBGH263
MSRP $6,200

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Lympstone40mm
SBGH26339.5mm
Power Reserve
C60 Lympstone38h
SBGH26355h
Water Resistance
C60 Lympstone600m
SBGH26330m
MSRP
C60 Lympstone$1,615
SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.8mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Water Resistance
600m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
9S85
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
55h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$6,200

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

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