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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsZelos Comet 39

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
47.9mm
39mm
Thickness
12.9mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
39mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Tantalum LE
Lume
SLN X1 WL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW220
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
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
$2,499
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