Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine Bronze COSCvsZelos Swordfish 40mm


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Measurements
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C65 Aquitaine Bronze COSC

Swordfish 40mm
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.7mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
12.4mm
12mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,695
$349
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH35
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 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 C65 Aquitaine Bronze COSC for its comfortable bracelet with excellent micro-adjustment and durable case and bezel. The watch's smooth winding action is also a highlight, and one owner considers its case superior to a Tudor's. However, one owner reported disappointing accuracy from the Sellita SW330-2 movement, running at +17 seconds per day, and another found the rubber strap lacked refinement and noted a potential design mismatch with the date window and logo. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine Bronze COSC highly for its wearability and build quality, despite some concerns regarding movement accuracy and strap refinement.
Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 40mm for its exceptional value, tool-watch aesthetic, and solid construction, with many highlighting the comfortable wearability and well-executed design. The bracelet is frequently noted as easy to size and comfortable, and the Seiko NH35 movement is considered reliable, with one owner reporting remarkable accuracy of +/- 1 second per day. Some reviewers and owners, however, point to sharp edges on the bracelet clasp or edges and a stiff bezel action. The Zelos Swordfish 40mm is also available in various materials like bronze and titanium, and features unique dial options such as meteorite and full lume. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm highly for its impressive build quality and distinctive design at its price point.
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