Christopher Ward C63 Sealander AutomaticvsIWC Schaffhausen Ingenieur Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic at true scale

C63 Sealander Automatic

IWC Schaffhausen Ingenieur Automatic at true scale

Ingenieur Automatic

Diameter

36mm

35.1mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

n/a

Thickness

10.9mm

9.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

150m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

65h

highest

42h

MSRP

$1,430

lowest

$11,200

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

47110

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
35.1mm
Thickness
10.9mm
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
Steel
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
47110
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
65h
42h
Jewels
26
23
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,430
$11,200
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Reviews

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

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, build quality, and GADA versatility, with some finding its design more interesting than alternatives and its on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet a key strength. Some owners consider it a bargain and among the brand's best offerings. However, one owner finds the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and another notes the lume is weak compared to cheaper competitors. The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic features a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, 150m water resistance, and a 36mm case. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its exceptional finishing and GADA versatility at its price point.

IWC Schaffhausen Ingenieur Automatic

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic for its compact 35.1mm size, which wears closer to 37mm, and its cohesive Gérald Genta-inspired design with excellent finishing. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the unique, color-shifting aqua dial as a standout feature, with some also appreciating the vertically brushed case and circular brushed bezel. The automatic movement 47110 provides a 42-hour power reserve. However, the watch is frequently criticized for its high price and the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustments on the bracelet, leading some owners to seek aftermarket solutions for improved comfort. The dial can also be difficult to read in direct sunlight. Overall, owners and reviewers find the IWC Schaffhausen Iw324906 Ingenieur Automatic a well-finished and attractively sized luxury sports watch, with its main drawbacks being price and bracelet adjustability.