C65 Aquitaine GMT White Sand Version

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C65 Aquitaine GMT White Sand Version

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As I pursue a white GMT, there are three that CW offers that pique my curiosity.

The C65 Aquitaine GMT white sand version is one of the three that I have narrowed in on.

While it doesn't check off all of the boxes for me (I'll skip my meticulous, borderline OCD preferences), what is offered with it where the positives outweigh the little negatives I can see to give it strong consideration.

The watch looks stunning on a camel vintage oak leather strap. I may get it with the Bader, but the camel will be the strap of choice. The reviews I have found indicate that it may be a bit difficult to read, and the sister version that looks like a Tudor Black Bay gets better props for legibility, which I can see why, but that isn't what I am looking for.

While opinion is in the eyes of the beholder, I am looking for feedback from those who either owned it or are currently enjoying it, such as what you like(d) and dislike(d).

Thank you in advance!
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Re: C65 Aquitaine GMT White Sand Version

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I have had mine for a couple of years and have no legibility issues with these old eyes.
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Re: C65 Aquitaine GMT White Sand Version

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I have had mine since July 2022. Never had a problem with legibility. I tend not to bother reading online reviews of watches, I just decide whether or not I like a watch. :)

I think it looks good on a range of straps, as well as the bracelet…
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Re: C65 Aquitaine GMT White Sand Version

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@nbg Thanks for the pics! I think I saw these photos while looking for information here.

I see where the recent edition has a few subtle changes, more noticeably the logo going silver and raised (pic from CW website)
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My only disappointment with this watch is the lack of a consort bracelet option. I am sure the Bader is fine, but I have watches by Tag with similar bracelets to the Bader, so I was hoping for something different in steel. I have a small wrist (~6"), so I think the consort bracelet would work better. I like the style and color of the camel vintage oak strap, and I am good with that.

I appreciate the feedback!
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