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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsSpinnaker Popeye

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
Popeye150m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
47.9mm
43mm
Thickness
12.9mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Popeye Blue
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
SII NH35A
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,850
$395

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow for its gorgeous, avant-garde moonphase display and impressive lume, with many finding it comfortable and well-wearing. The constantly rotating moon phase complication is a highlight, and its accuracy is noted as exceptional. However, some find the lume on the date ring disappointing, fading quickly, and one owner finds the second, less visible moon distracting. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow highly for its visually engaging moonphase and value at the price point.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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