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Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsMonta Skyquest

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C63 True GMT
Christopher WardC63 True GMT
MSRP $4,135
Skyquest
MontaSkyquest
MSRP $2,435

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 True GMT48mm
Skyquest40.7mm
Power Reserve
C63 True GMT120h
Skyquest40h
Water Resistance
C63 True GMT100m
Skyquest305m
MSRP
C63 True GMT$4,135
Skyquest$2,435

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
48mm
40.7mm
Thickness
14.15mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
305m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-002
Monta M-23
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
40h
Jewels
33
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,135
$2,435

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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.

Monta Skyquest

Owners widely praise the Monta Skyquest's build quality and bracelet finishing, with one owner noting its superior articulation and another calling it outstanding for the price. Reviewers highlight its wearability, sporty yet dressy aesthetic, bold aluminum bezel, and bright lume, powered by a Sellita SW330 movement. Some owners find the bezel numeral style polarizing, the GMT hand kinked, and the bezel rotation stiff with silent clicks. The clasp is described as a tight fit and long by some, and the watch wears larger than expected, though its low weight and slim side profile are noted positives. Accuracy for the SW330 movement is considered good by some, with 300m WR and a slim case profile also cited. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Skyquest highly for its exceptional bracelet finishing and versatile design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Monta Skyquest GMT features an excellent bracelet, praised by multiple reviewers for its high quality and smooth action. A notable trade-off is the lume brightness, which could be improved. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's price justifies its cost, with some considering it one of the most expensive GMTs under $3,000 and others viewing it as a strong contender in the under $3000 GMT market.

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