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Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMTvsMonta Atlas

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C65 Aquitaine GMT
Christopher WardC65 Aquitaine GMT
MSRP $1,710
Atlas
MontaAtlas
MSRP $2,150

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Aquitaine GMT40mm
Atlas38.5mm
Power Reserve
C65 Aquitaine GMT56h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
C65 Aquitaine GMT200m
Atlas152m
MSRP
C65 Aquitaine GMT$1,710
Atlas$2,150

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.68mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
152m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Monta M-23
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,710
$2,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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.

Monta Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

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