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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsSeiko Prospex Sea The Black Series

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
Prospex Sea The Black Series
SeikoProspex Sea The Black Series
MSRP $765
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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.

Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series

The Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series is widely praised for its impressive value and compelling design elements. Reviewers highlight the SLA073's cave-diving-inspired dial, high-quality bracelet, and the robust 8L35 movement, calling it a standout release. The SRPE33 and SRPE39 models are noted for their attractive price, manta ray decorated dials, and excellent LumiBrite lume, though bezel alignment can be inconsistent. The SNJ029 is celebrated for its dynamic, colorful aesthetic, solar charging, and comfortable strap, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Overall, the consensus is that Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series models offer excellent value, with specific models lauded for their unique dials, quality finishing, and practical features like solar charging.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
Prospex Sea The Black Series45mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
Prospex Sea The Black Series41h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
Prospex Sea The Black Series200m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
Prospex Sea The Black Series$765

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
47.9mm
45mm
Thickness
12.9mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
47.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
4R36
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26
24
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,850
$765
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