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Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMTvsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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C65 Aquitaine GMT
Christopher WardC65 Aquitaine GMT
MSRP $1,710
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Aquitaine GMT40mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
C65 Aquitaine GMT56h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
C65 Aquitaine GMT200m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
C65 Aquitaine GMT$1,710
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.68mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
SLN X1 BL Old Radium
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
9S66
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
72h
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,710
$6,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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