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Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk VvsPhoibos Argo

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C1 Jump Hour Mk V
Christopher WardC1 Jump Hour Mk V
MSRP $3,295
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Jump Hour Mk V47.3mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
C1 Jump Hour Mk V41h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
C1 Jump Hour Mk V30m
Argo200m
MSRP
C1 Jump Hour Mk V$3,295
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
47.3mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.3mm
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Noon
Yellow
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
SII NH35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,295
$345

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk V

Owners and reviewers widely praise the spectacular lume application and the multi-level dial design of the Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk V, noting its crisp legibility and the innovative JJ01 jump-hour module. The 39mm case is described as compact with alternating brushed and polished finishing, and the dial features a radially grooved center with a sapphire minute track. Some find the 14mm thickness and $3k price point high, while accuracy is rated at approximately ±20 seconds per day. The watch utilizes a Sellita SW200-1 base with a 38-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the striking dial design and jump-hour complication, despite some reservations about the thickness and accuracy.

Phoibos Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

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