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Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk VvsVaer Tactical Field

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C1 Jump Hour Mk V
Christopher WardC1 Jump Hour Mk V
MSRP $3,295
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Jump Hour Mk V47.3mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
C1 Jump Hour Mk V41h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
C1 Jump Hour Mk V30m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
C1 Jump Hour Mk V$3,295
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
47.3mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.3mm
43mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Noon
36mm
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,295
$199

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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.

Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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