The Christopher Ward Bel Canto is a horological masterclass in materials and design. A chiming watch for the masses, the C1 Bel Canto is without a doubt the watch of 2022. Sorry, Omega Moonswatch. Tudor, you’ve had a good year. GPHG can pass out awards all they want. Anyone who really understands horology at a basic level should be able to see beneath branding, hype, peer pressure, and appreciate the significance in a watch that sets a modern bar.
Here, you will find some brief context and a variety of pictures. The video is an extended review of the Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto. I discuss all the details, pros and cons, from straps to the complication. The macro view is particularly striking!
