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Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

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C63 True GMT
Christopher WardC63 True GMT
MSRP $4,135
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
MSRP $5,639

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 True GMT48mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold42mm
Power Reserve
C63 True GMT120h
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold41h
Water Resistance
C63 True GMT100m
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold100m
MSRP
C63 True GMT$4,135
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold$5,639

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Skeleton
Diameter
48mm
42mm
Thickness
14.15mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48.75mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Skeleton
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-002
NORQAIN NN08S
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
41h
Jewels
33
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Small seconds
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,135
$5,639

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold is praised for its unique, mountain-inspired skeletonized dial design, though its asymmetry may not be universally appealing. It features a COSC-certified automatic movement with a 62-hour power reserve. One review notes a 42mm black DLC case with mixed finishing, while another mentions a titanium case and rubber strap contributing to comfortable wear. The price is listed at $7,490 for a jade green DLC titanium version. Overall, reviewers highlight the distinctive dial and comfortable wearability as key strengths of the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold.

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