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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsZelos Helmsman 3

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
47.9mm
40mm
Thickness
12.9mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
40mm
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
SS - Frost
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
Miyota 9015
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
$529

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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.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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