Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsJack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT

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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.

C63 True GMT

Strat-o-timer GMT
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
lowest
49mm
Thickness
14.2mm
13.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
120h
highest
42h
MSRP
$4,135
$1,149
lowest
Movement
Christopher Ward CW-002
Miyota 9075
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 True GMT for its wearability, with one owner finding the 39mm case, which wears closer to 40-41mm, perfect on a 6.75" wrist. Reviewers note the PVD hands offer good contrast and the lume provides readability. However, some owners find the orange accent lacks vibrancy and the gloss dial and text combination appears cheap in certain lighting conditions. One owner perceived a slight difference in production quality compared to a different model's bracelet. The Christopher Ward C63 True GMT is also described as having an "ugly" design with an "awful, pointless cutout" and lack of symmetry by one community member. On balance, owners and reviewers are divided on the aesthetics of the Christopher Ward C63 True GMT, with some appreciating its wearability and legibility while others criticize its design and dial finish.
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.
Owners widely praise the Jack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT for its exceptional value and traveler GMT functionality, citing the Miyota 9075 movement and impressive fit and finish, including screw-in bracelet pins, on-the-fly adjustment, sapphire crystal front and back, and a screw-down crown. The 7-link bracelet is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, with one owner calling it the best they have worn. Some reviewers note "chubby" hour markers and a bezel insert that one owner perceived as plastic, though another stated it is sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Jack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT highly for its impressive build quality and traveler GMT complication at its price point.
The Miyota 9075 true GMT movement is a consensus strength. The lume on the hands, dial, and bezel is also a shared positive feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses or points of disagreement.
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