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Christopher Ward C1 MoonglowvsZelos Blacktip 41

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C1 Moonglow
Christopher WardC1 Moonglow
MSRP $2,850
Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C1 Moonglow47.9mm
Blacktip 4141mm
Power Reserve
C1 Moonglow38h
Blacktip 4140h
Water Resistance
C1 Moonglow30m
Blacktip 41200m
MSRP
C1 Moonglow$2,850
Blacktip 41$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
47.9mm
41mm
Thickness
12.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW220
Miyota 9015
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
$499

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 41

The Zelos Blacktip 41 is widely praised for its exceptional quality and value, featuring a titanium case, sapphire crystal, and a reliable Miyota 9015 movement. Owners and reviewers highlight its well-proportioned 41mm case with strong ergonomics, a 47.5mm lug-to-lug, and a 11.5mm thickness, making it a comfortable diver for many. The watch boasts eye-catching dials with grained textures and degrade effects, complemented by large applied indices, a lume-filled crown, and strong two-tone lume. The bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. The Miyota 9015 movement provides near-COSC accuracy and a 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Blacktip 41 highly for its superb value and well-executed dive watch features at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Zelos Blacktip 41 offers excellent value at its price point. Reviewers noted the meteorite dial as a unique feature.

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