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Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase 37vsHamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto

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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.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto is praised for its redesigned dial that balances complexity and legibility, forming an "H" logo and highlighting the H-10-S movement. Owners appreciate the 80-hour power reserve and the seamless blend of the bracelet with the lugs. The watch is available in 40mm and 36mm sizes, with prices ranging from A$1,925 to A$2,200, and features 50m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto highly for its distinctive dial design and impressive power reserve at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 automatic movement is a notable strength. Water resistance to 5 ATM is considered on the lower side for the price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonphase 3744.07mm
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto36mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonphase 3738h
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto80h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonphase 3730m
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto50m
MSRP
C1 Moonphase 37$3,050
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto$1,475

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Diameter
44.07mm
36mm
Thickness
13.1mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.07mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
purple
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
H-10-S
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,050
$1,475
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