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Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMTvsSpinnaker Popeye

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C65 Aquitaine GMT
Christopher WardC65 Aquitaine GMT
MSRP $1,710
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Aquitaine GMT40mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
C65 Aquitaine GMT56h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
C65 Aquitaine GMT200m
Popeye150m
MSRP
C65 Aquitaine GMT$1,710
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.68mm
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Popeye Blue
Lume
SLN X1 BL Old Radium
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
SII NH35A
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,710
$395

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT

The Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT is widely praised for its stunning design, with reviewers and owners highlighting the "Beach Sand" dial and deep blue ceramic bezel, noting it offers vintage vibes with modern capability. The box-sapphire crystal and 200m water resistance are also frequently mentioned as strong points, along with its suitability for travel due to its lightweight and rugged build. The Sellita SW330-2 movement powers the watch, functioning as an office GMT with the date positioned at 6 o'clock for visual balance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT highly for its exceptional design and robust vintage-inspired aesthetic at its price point.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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