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Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37vsZelos Tuxedo (sellita)

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Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37 for its aventurine dial and moon display, with one user awarding it a perfect score for its celestial theme. However, the lack of hour markers and lume-less hands make time-telling difficult, and hands can disappear against the dial. The COSC-certified movement averages +2.3 seconds per day, and the bracelet clasp is noted for comfort. The moonphase complication itself is reported by one owner to be inaccurate despite manufacturer attempts to correct it, though other users view such complications as primarily decorative. The 38-hour power reserve is considered short. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37 highly for its striking aventurine dial and moon focus, despite challenges with legibility and the practical accuracy of its moonphase complication.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing—textured surface with applied indices and aventurine depth—stands as the defining aesthetic achievement, complemented by an exceptionally accurate 128-year moonphase mechanism. The 37mm case may feel undersized for wearers transitioning from larger sports watches.

Zelos Tuxedo (sellita)

Owners widely praise the Zelos Tuxedo (sellita) for its surprising quality and versatile design at its $629 price, highlighting the deep starburst dial and orange accents. The Sellita SW215 hand-wound movement, sapphire crystal with inner AR coating, lume, water resistance, and Horween leather strap are also appreciated. Frustration exists within the community regarding Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs and scalping. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Tuxedo (sellita) highly for its impressive build and aesthetic appeal at the price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonphase 3744.07mm
Tuxedo (sellita)39mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonphase 3738h
Tuxedo (sellita)40h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonphase 3730m
Tuxedo (sellita)50m
MSRP
C1 Moonphase 37$3,050
Tuxedo (sellita)$629

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44.07mm
39mm
Thickness
13.1mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.07mm
39mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Tuxedo (Sellita)
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,050
$629
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