Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsSpinnaker Fleuss 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.

Christopher Ward C63 True GMT at true scale

C63 True GMT

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT at true scale

Fleuss GMT

Diameter

40.5mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

lowest

51mm

Thickness

14.2mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

150m

highest

Power Reserve

120h

n/a

MSRP

$4,135

$299

lowest

Movement

Christopher Ward CW-002

Seiko NH34

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
43mm
Thickness
14.15mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Christopher Ward CW-002
Seiko NH34
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
120h
0h
Jewels
33
0
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,135
$299
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Reviews

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

Christopher Ward C63 True GMT

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.

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.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable, light wearability, especially considering its affordable price point, highlighting its textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating as stunning features. However, the watch faces criticism for its large 43mm case size, with some describing it as a "hockey puck," and a "jingly jangly" Beads of Rice bracelet with a pressed clasp, which is considered not finely finished. Some users also noted the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value, particularly when found on discount.

From video reviewers

The Spinnaker Fleuss GMT's Seiko NH34 movement is a recurring positive point. Reviewers also noted the watch's attractive colorways and comfortable wear. No shared weaknesses were identified across the reviews.