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Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMTvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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C65 Aquitaine GMT
Christopher WardC65 Aquitaine GMT
MSRP $1,710
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C65 Aquitaine GMT40mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
C65 Aquitaine GMT56h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
C65 Aquitaine GMT200m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
C65 Aquitaine GMT$1,710
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.7mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.68mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN X1 BL Old Radium
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,710
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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