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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander AutomaticvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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C63 Sealander Automatic
Christopher WardC63 Sealander Automatic
MSRP $1,430
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Sealander Automatic36mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
C63 Sealander Automatic65h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
C63 Sealander Automatic150m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
C63 Sealander Automatic$1,430
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW 200-2
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
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
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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