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Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk VvsCitizen Corso

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C1 Jump Hour Mk V
Christopher WardC1 Jump Hour Mk V
MSRP $3,295
Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296
What people say

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Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk V

Owners and reviewers widely praise the spectacular lume application and the multi-level dial design of the Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk V, noting its crisp legibility and the innovative JJ01 jump-hour module. The 39mm case is described as compact with alternating brushed and polished finishing, and the dial features a radially grooved center with a sapphire minute track. Some find the 14mm thickness and $3k price point high, while accuracy is rated at approximately ±20 seconds per day. The watch utilizes a Sellita SW200-1 base with a 38-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the striking dial design and jump-hour complication, despite some reservations about the thickness and accuracy.

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

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Jump Hour Mk V47.3mm
Corso44mm
Power Reserve
C1 Jump Hour Mk V41h
Corso40h
Water Resistance
C1 Jump Hour Mk V30m
Corso100m
MSRP
C1 Jump Hour Mk V$3,295
Corso$296

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
47.3mm
44mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Noon
Black
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
8729
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,295
$296
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