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Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37vsCitizen Corso

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C1 Moonphase 37
Christopher WardC1 Moonphase 37
MSRP $3,050
Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296
What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37 for its aventurine dial and moon display, with one user awarding it a perfect score for its celestial theme. However, the lack of hour markers and lume-less hands make time-telling difficult, and hands can disappear against the dial. The COSC-certified movement averages +2.3 seconds per day, and the bracelet clasp is noted for comfort. The moonphase complication itself is reported by one owner to be inaccurate despite manufacturer attempts to correct it, though other users view such complications as primarily decorative. The 38-hour power reserve is considered short. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37 highly for its striking aventurine dial and moon focus, despite challenges with legibility and the practical accuracy of its moonphase complication.

Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonphase 3744.07mm
Corso44mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonphase 3738h
Corso40h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonphase 3730m
Corso100m
MSRP
C1 Moonphase 37$3,050
Corso$296

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44.07mm
44mm
Thickness
13.1mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.07mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
8729
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,050
$296
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