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Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 VintagevsSeiko Baby Alpinist

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Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage

Owners widely praise the buttery winding action of the Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage. Reviewers note its pilot watch aesthetics, including a 41mm case and double-digit minute markers, and the use of a chronometer-certified Sellita SW200 movement. One owner reported good timekeeping, with the case, bezel, and crystal remaining pristine despite significant bracelet wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage highly for its smooth winding action and robust case finishing.

Seiko Baby Alpinist

Seiko Prospex Land owners widely praise its comfortable, sub-12mm cushion case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, and its sharp, attractive appearance featuring outstanding brushing and applied indices. Reviewers note its legible dial, solid movement, and 100m water resistance at a fair price, with some owners appreciating its unique combination of features. However, the stock strap is consistently described as stiff and uncomfortable, and one owner would prefer a numbered bezel over cardinal directions. Accuracy is reported around -10 seconds per day, and the internal rotating bezel's action is considered good for the price but not as refined as higher-end models. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Land highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's bezel action is smooth and precise. The watch's lume is somewhat lacking, with the hour markers not being as bright as they'd like. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring 38mm and others 41.4mm.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage43.7mm
Baby Alpinist38mm
Power Reserve
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage38h
Baby Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage150m
Baby Alpinist200m
MSRP
C65 Cranwell Series 2 Vintage$1,615
Baby Alpinist$725

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
43.7mm
38mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
SLN Grade X1 BL C1
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko 6R35
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
26
24
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$725
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