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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander AutomaticvsDryden Pathfinder

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C63 Sealander Automatic
Christopher WardC63 Sealander Automatic
MSRP $1,430
Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Sealander Automatic36mm
Pathfinder41mm
Power Reserve
C63 Sealander Automatic65h
Pathfinder40h
Water Resistance
C63 Sealander Automatic150m
Pathfinder201m
MSRP
C63 Sealander Automatic$1,430
Pathfinder$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
201m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Steel
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW 200-2
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
65h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,430
$650

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet, and GADA versatility, with some calling it their best offering and a bargain. However, the lume is consistently criticized as weak, particularly for its price point. Some owners find the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and one notes the brand's poor aftermarket value retention. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its build quality and versatility at the price.

Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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