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Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire EdgevsOak & Oscar The Humboldt 12-hr

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Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge for its slim 42mm case and the deep blue, translucent sapphire dial that emulates rippling water, with some finding its execution superior to other brands. The watch is also lauded for its innovative lume, including on the rubber strap, and its significant value. One owner reported their dial cracked internally and the brand denied warranty coverage. Overall, enthusiasts rate the Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire Edge highly for its visually striking sapphire dial and innovative lume at its price point.

From video reviewers

The sapphire dial is a standout feature, offering a unique visual appeal. The bracelet exhibits some rattle. Reviewers disagreed on the dial color, with one noting a deep blue hue and another a striking orange.

Oak & Oscar The Humboldt 12-hr

Oak & Oscar The Humboldt 12-hr owners widely praise its comfortable, solid bracelet with screw links and tight end-link fit, along with its awesome sandwich dial featuring superb grain and crisp details. The 12-hour bezel is noted as excellent for tracking a second time zone, and the orange second hand adds a nice pop. One owner reports the watch has outstanding quality and a perfect fit on smaller wrists, while another notes its legibility and great presence on various straps. A reviewer describes it as a 40mm stainless steel tool watch with a matte, brushed finish and a sandwich dial, powered by an ETA 2892-A2 movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Some in the line report the lume could be brighter. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Humboldt 12-hr highly for its build quality and versatile tool-watch design.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Sapphire Edge40mm
The Humboldt 12-hr39.5mm
Power Reserve
C60 Sapphire Edge56h
The Humboldt 12-hr42 hoursh
Water Resistance
C60 Sapphire Edge300m
The Humboldt 12-hr200m
MSRP
C60 Sapphire Edge$1,495
The Humboldt 12-hr$1,750

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
10.7mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.32mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Blue
Grey
Indices
Applied
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
ETA 2892-A2
Power Reserve
56h
42 hoursh
Jewels
25
21
Complications
Day-date, Date
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$1,750
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