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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsVaer Tactical Field

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
47.9mm
36mm
Thickness
12.9mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
36mm
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW220
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz
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
$199

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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 Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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