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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsMakydo Contour

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $3,050
Contour
MakydoContour

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow40mm
Contour37mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
Contour
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
Contour30m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$3,050
Contour

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
12.9mm
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
Lug Width
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Brown
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220-1
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,050

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow

The Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow is widely praised for its comfort, wearability at 40.5mm, and impressive lume, with owners calling it gorgeous, unique, and the coolest moonphase for the money. The moonphase complication is noted as constantly rotating, and one owner reports it accurate to within 1 day every 128 years. Some criticism exists regarding the dual moon phase display, where the inactive moon is visible through a translucent cover, and the lume on the date ring is less bright and fades faster than other luminous elements. One owner specifically loves the opaque blue moonphase dial of the LE Celestial Blue variant. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow a visually engaging and comfortable watch, particularly for its price point, with its unique dial design and strong lume being significant draws.

Makydo Contour

Owners widely praise the Makydo Contour Carrara for its asymmetrical case shape and elegant, classy design, deeming it suitable for dressier and formal occasions. Some owners find the included leather strap more fitting for such events. Several commenters, however, question its value, stating it is too expensive at €587.39. On balance, owners appreciate the Makydo Contour's distinctive design, though a segment of the community finds the price point prohibitive.

From video reviewers

The Makydo Contour is praised for its comfortable fit due to its slim case and compact lug-to-lug. The Miyota 9015/9039 automatic movement is considered reliable for the price point. The 30-meter water resistance is a noted limitation.

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