Which is cheaper, the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow or the Boldr The Vogelkop?

At MSRP the Boldr The Vogelkop is the cheaper of the two at $449, against $2,850 for the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow — a $2,401 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow or the Boldr The Vogelkop?

The Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow wears larger at 47.9mm versus 40mm for the Boldr The Vogelkop — a 7.9mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow or the Boldr The Vogelkop?

The Boldr The Vogelkop is rated to 200m versus 30m for the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow or the Boldr The Vogelkop?

The Boldr The Vogelkop carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow.

What movement does the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow run compared to the Boldr The Vogelkop?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow uses the SW220 and the Boldr The Vogelkop uses the Seiko NH38A.

Side by side

Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsBoldr The Vogelkop

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow

C01-40AMP2-S00K0-VK1

MSRP $2,850

Boldr The Vogelkop

the-vogelkop-superb-bird-of-paradise

MSRP $449

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

C1 Moonglow47.9mm

The Vogelkop40mm

Power Reserve

C1 Moonglow38h

The Vogelkop40h

Water Resistance

C1 Moonglow30m

The Vogelkop200m

MSRP

C1 Moonglow$2,850

The Vogelkop$449

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Vogelkop Superb

Lume

SLN X1 WL C1

Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

SW220

Seiko NH38A

Beat Rate

4 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Complications

Moonphase, Day-date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,850

$449

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

The Musou Black dial is the standout feature, creating a unique and stealthy aesthetic. The watch offers 200m water resistance and a comfortable 40mm case size. Reviewers did not explicitly agree on any weaknesses.

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