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C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 4:58 pm
by Strict Bowler
C63 Colchester arrived:

https://www.christopherward.com/militar ... C0-TM.html

Interesting new strap too

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:05 pm
by mabotham
Really interesting watch. Under 1k, too.
Will probably be lost under the radar with the Concept release. Very tempting...

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:14 pm
by jkbarnes
Correct me if I’m wrong, but this is essentially the C63 Elite in slightly different packaging, right? And that’s not meant to be a dig on the watch. I like the blacked out case in lieu of titanium, in fact.

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:16 pm
by Amor Vincit Omnia
^^^ based on the Elite, but there are quite a few differences such as the case, dial and the case back.

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:18 pm
by monkeymax
Yes, though 38g rather than 45g (as though 45g wasn't light enough!) and 22mm lugs rather than 20mm it seems. 1mm wider too, according to the specs. Screws for the case-back rather than a screw down back. It's rather nice!

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:21 pm
by jkbarnes
Amor Vincit Omnia wrote: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:16 pm ^^^ based on the Elite, but there are quite a few differences such as the case, dial and the case back.
monkeymax wrote: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:18 pm Yes, though 38g rather than 45g (as though 45g wasn't light enough!) and 22mm lugs rather than 20mm it seems. 1mm wider too, according to the specs. Screws for the case-back rather than a screw down back. It's rather nice!

Ahh, OK. So there is more to it than just the some visual cues. Clearly a variation in the C63 Elite, not just a simple repackaging.

Thanks guys!

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:27 pm
by rkovars
I really like this one. A really nice addition to the military line.

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 5:56 pm
by pizza_dog
Very cool, but a near miss for me. I wish it wasn't trying so hard for a military aesthetic. The "coin" caseback is a cool concept and the material is intriguing.

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 6:37 pm
by sproughton
Looks like a more rugged (visually at least) version of the Elite. Not for me but it's good to see alternatives to the Elite being released - have a feeling there could be some very good versions ahead.

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 6:52 pm
by stefs
I own the elite and like both but have to say I am surprised that it isnt more expensive in a carbon fibre composite. I also think it is a mistake to push the lugs out to 22mm if that is correct

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 6:55 pm
by FloridaPhil
CW fans can never again criticize Bremont tie-ins :lol:
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Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 7:01 pm
by exHowfener
Another good-looking model, but I'd feel a bit of a Walt wearing the badge of a unit I've not served in/with. Even if it is out of sight.

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 7:05 pm
by angusbon
FloridaPhil wrote:CW fans can never again criticize Bremont tie-ins Image
Screenshot 2021-11-03 1.54.24 PM.png
In the immortal words of Spandau Ballet.......

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Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 7:10 pm
by stefs
Add the wider lug width to a case thats 2 mm thicker and thats me out of the game for swapping them over.
Still think it is a very cool watch though

Re: C63 Colchester

Posted: Wed Nov 03, 2021 7:13 pm
by TigerChris
exHowfener wrote: Wed Nov 03, 2021 7:01 pm Another good-looking model, but I'd feel a bit of a Walt wearing the badge of a unit I've not served in/with. Even if it is out of sight.
My exact reason, after seeing the caseback, for dismissing the idea of having one. I won’t buy any of the Bremont armed forces range for the same reason. I think only people who have served in that unit should wear that badge.