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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
47.9mm
39mm
Thickness
12.9mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
Miyota 9075
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
$935

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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.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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