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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsHamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
Khaki Field Day Date Auto
HamiltonKhaki Field Day Date Auto
MSRP $895

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
Khaki Field Day Date Auto42mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
Khaki Field Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
Khaki Field Day Date Auto50m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
Khaki Field Day Date Auto$895

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
47.9mm
42mm
Thickness
12.9mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
H-30
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,850
$895

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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 Khaki Field Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto for its robust build, clear dial legibility, and versatility as a "go anywhere, do anything" watch, connecting them to a classic aesthetic and historical significance. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its value, with some noting the 80-hour power reserve from the H10 movement and 100m water resistance. However, some owners find its lume intensity and longevity inexcusable, and a common criticism of Hamilton watches is the lack of AR coating on the crystal. The bracelet finish and overall appearance are points of contention, with some considering it plain or overrated while others praise its finishing and attractive PVD. Accuracy ranges from excellent to simply "ok," with no consensus on movement quality. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto highly for its classic aesthetic, robust build, and value as an entry-level automatic field watch.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-40 movement is a significant strength. The 50-meter water resistance is considered limited for a field watch. Reviewers disagreed on the bracelet quality, with one noting rattle and another not mentioning it.

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