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Christopher Ward C60 Sapphire EdgevsSeiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Enamel Dial

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C60 Sapphire Edge
Christopher WardC60 Sapphire Edge
MSRP $1,495
What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Enamel Dial

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Enamel Dial for its high-quality, handcrafted enamel dials, with specific commendations for the depth and subtle gloss of urushi lacquer and the excellent legibility of minimalistic markers and contrasting hands. The watches are frequently cited as offering significant value, with one reviewer noting the SPB163 as a great value at €1,300, and another highlighting the series' impressive 100M water resistance and Japanese design inspiration at $1,300 USD. However, the 12.4mm to 12.8mm thickness is noted by multiple sources as a potential area for improvement, with a preference for under 12mm, and one owner dislikes the date window. Accuracy figures for the 6R27 movement range from -15 to +25 seconds per day, and its power reserve is closer to 35-40 hours than the advertised 45 hours.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Sapphire Edge40mm
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Enamel Dial40.2mm
Power Reserve
C60 Sapphire Edge56h
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Enamel Dial72h
Water Resistance
C60 Sapphire Edge300m
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Enamel Dial100m
MSRP
C60 Sapphire Edge$1,495
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Enamel Dial$1,400

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.2mm
Thickness
10.7mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.32mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
SLN X1 GL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
6R5H
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
72h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$1,400
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