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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsVario 1918 Trench Brass

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
1918 Trench Brass
Vario1918 Trench Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
1918 Trench Brass40mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
1918 Trench Brass40h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
1918 Trench Brass100m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
1918 Trench Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
47.9mm
40mm
Thickness
12.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
Miyota 82s5
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
$388

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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.

Vario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.

From video reviewers

The Seiko NH35A movement's accuracy and power reserve are discussed. The Miyota 82S5 gilt movement is also mentioned. The watch's value is questioned when compared to competitors like the Seiko 5.

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