Christopher Ward C60 LympstonevsSpinnaker Piccard
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Measurements
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C60 Lympstone
Piccard
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.3mm
lowest
52mm
Thickness
13.8mm
lowest
21mm
Water Resistance
600m
highest
550m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,615
$550
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
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 Spinnaker Piccard for its comfortable wear, excellent readability, and bold, vintage-inspired design. However, some consider it a specialty novelty watch, describing the 45mm case as huge and heavy with a large crystal that hinders legibility, making it an acquired taste. On balance, owners appreciate the Spinnaker Piccard for its distinctive aesthetic and comfortable wear, though its size and legibility are polarizing points.
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