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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsDan Henry 1972

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
1972
Dan Henry1972
MSRP $370

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
197241mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
197240h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
1972
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
1972$370

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
47.9mm
41mm
Thickness
12.9mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
45.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,850
$370

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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.

Dan Henry 1972

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1972 Maverick for its cool retro style, 12-hour chronograph, sapphire crystal, and comfortable 40mm-equivalent wearability. The distinct chrono pusher clicks and the unique ability to turn off the running seconds are also noted strengths. However, the lume is not bright or evenly applied, and the alarm feature is considered poorly executed, with a quiet, short-lived alarm and a difficult-to-use pusher. One owner reported a negative customer service experience involving a dead quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1972 highly for its retro styling and value despite noted shortcomings in its lume and alarm functionality.

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