Christopher Ward C63 ValourvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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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 Valour at true scale

C63 Valour

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER at true scale

Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Diameter

39mm

41.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.8mm

lowest

45.9mm

Thickness

11.6mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

150m

highest

100m

MSRP

$1,105

$750

lowest

Movement

G10

Seiko V192

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
41.4mm
Thickness
11.55mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.8mm
45.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Water Resistance
150m
100m
Caseback
Engraved
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
G10
Seiko V192
Beat Rate
768 vph
0 vph
Jewels
4
0
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,105
$750
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Reviews

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

Christopher Ward C63 Valour

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Valour for its beautiful, deep dial with 3D applied markers and indices, its great look, and its symmetry, with some calling it one of the best-looking and most affordable chronographs available. The watch features a Light-catcher case with flowing curves and contrasting brushed and polished finishes, and a matte black dial. The community is split on the use of a quartz movement; some question its suitability in a watch of this price point, preferring mechanical movements, while others defend the quartz choice for its reliability, accuracy, and lower service costs, particularly in military-inspired watches. Accuracy is claimed by Christopher Ward to be +/- 10 seconds per year, utilizing ETA's PreciDrive technology. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Valour highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite differing views on its quartz movement.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its beautiful dial colors, with specific mentions of ice blue and cream, and its vintage-inspired design. Some find the 39mm case size, which wears smaller than its 41.4mm specification due to short lugs, fits perfectly on smaller wrists. However, owners are split on value, with some considering it a beautiful and incredibly valuable watch, while others question the price for a solar quartz movement and find the 13mm thickness notable. One reviewer noted the lack of quick-release or micro-adjustment on the bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its striking dial designs and compact, vintage-inspired wearability.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered chronograph movement is a key strength. The bracelet finishing is a potential area for improvement. Reviewers are split on whether the aesthetic successfully revives the spirit of the original "Pogue."

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