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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsHamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono

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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.

Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono for its historical brand appeal and spectacular appearance, calling the ETA 7750 movement a "tank" and appreciating the date magnifier's integration. Some find its design a bit busy compared to other models. One owner notes an 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 movement and a 40mm case with turned-down lugs for a thinner appearance. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono highly for its historical brand appeal and robust movement at its price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono44mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono50m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono$2,045

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
47.9mm
44mm
Thickness
12.9mm
15.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
H-21
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
60h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,850
$2,045
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