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Christopher Ward C63 ColchestervsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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C63 Colchester
Christopher WardC63 Colchester
MSRP $1,615
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Colchester47.5mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
C63 Colchester38h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
C63 Colchester150m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
C63 Colchester$1,615
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
47.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Injected carbon
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
9039
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
26
24
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date, Date
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$665

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 Colchester

The Christopher Ward C63 Colchester is praised for its extremely lightweight, 41mm forged carbon case and dial, weighing only 38 grams, and its COSC-certified Sellita SW200 movement. Some owners report the lume lasts all night, while others note the red seconds hand can be difficult to see in low light. The recessed crown is a point of discussion, with one owner finding it difficult to manipulate due to its thinness and another suggesting it may be gimmicky. The watch is offered at $925. Overall, owners appreciate the unique materials and lightweight design of the Christopher Ward C63 Colchester, though some express concerns about the crown functionality and price point.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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