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Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsHamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 True GMT

The Christopher Ward C63 True GMT is widely praised for its in-house CW-002 caliber, which offers a 120-hour power reserve and COSC certification. Owners find the 39mm case size comfortable, though some note it wears closer to 40-41mm. While the PVD hands provide good contrast and the lume is praised for readability, one owner felt the orange accent lacked pop and the gloss dial/text combo appeared cheap in certain lighting. One owner also noted a perceived slight difference in production quality compared to a sibling model's bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C63 True GMT highly for its impressive power reserve and COSC-certified movement at its price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is praised for its polished and curved surfaces. The watch uses a Sellita SW330-2 movement. Reviewers disagree on the case size, with one noting 40.5mm and another highlighting a 36mm option.

Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono for its good quality for the price and versatility with straps. Reviewers highlight its unique drift angle calculator function as a horological curio and legitimate navigational tool, noting its modified Valjoux 7750 movement provides a 60-hour power reserve. Some owners find the busy dial and left-handed crown/pusher setup unusual, and its lume could be stronger, while others consider it a heavy travel watch with features not useful for everyday use. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono highly for its functionality and build quality at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 True GMT48mm
Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono44mm
Power Reserve
C63 True GMT120h
Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono60h
Water Resistance
C63 True GMT100m
Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono100m
MSRP
C63 True GMT$4,135
Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono$2,095

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Pilot
Diameter
48mm
44mm
Thickness
14.15mm
15.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
55mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-002
H-21
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
120h
60h
Jewels
33
0
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,135
$2,095
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