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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsChristopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
C65 Dune Aeolian
Christopher WardC65 Dune Aeolian
MSRP $1,335

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
C65 Dune Aeolian43.6mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
C65 Dune Aeolian38h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
C65 Dune Aeolian150m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
C65 Dune Aeolian$1,335

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
47.9mm
43.6mm
Thickness
12.9mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
43.6mm
Water Resistance
30m
150m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
SLN BL Grade X1

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SW220
SW200

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,850
$1,335

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow for its gorgeous, avant-garde moonphase display and impressive lume, with many finding it comfortable and well-wearing. The constantly rotating moon phase complication is a highlight, and its accuracy is noted as exceptional. However, some find the lume on the date ring disappointing, fading quickly, and one owner finds the second, less visible moon distracting. Overall, owners rate the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow highly for its visually engaging moonphase and value at the price point.

Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian

The Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian is widely praised for its improved textured dials, offering depth and a departure from common finishes, with owners specifically noting the stunning sandy texture and wavy dial designs. Its 38mm case is consistently highlighted for its comfortable wearability and neat proportions, featuring satin-finished steel and a compact lug-to-lug. The watch is also recognized for its excellent value, solid finishing, and practical features like 150m water resistance and a screw-down crown. Some owners report impressive accuracy, with one noting a COSC-certified movement gained only 4 seconds in five days, while another states accuracy is rated up to 20 seconds per day. The bronze case variant develops a natural, characterful patina. A short 38-hour power reserve is noted as a drawback, and some find the grey dial blends too much with the case or that the logo is abstract.

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