Knot Watches CS-36SV SeriesvsVaer C1 Ceremony Quartz

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Knot Watches CS-36SV Series at true scale

CS-36SV Series

Vaer C1 Ceremony Quartz at true scale

C1 Ceremony Quartz

Diameter

36mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

40mm

Thickness

6.5mm

lowest

8mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

MSRP

$120

lowest

$349

Movement

Miyota 1L45

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Thickness
6.5mm
8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
40mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue-green
Cream

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 1L45
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$349
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Reviews

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

Knot Watches CS-36SV Series

Knot Watches Knot CS-36SV Series owners praise its solid quality, clean aesthetic, and consistent small seconds hand. The watch is noted for its lightness and comfortable leather strap, with one owner finding it a satisfying purchase. Some owners highlight the interchangeable 18mm straps as a positive feature, though one reviewer found the lugs to be a bit thick, potentially compromising proportions. The watch offers surprisingly good quality and finishing for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches Knot CS-36SV Series highly for its satisfying wearability and good value.

Vaer C1 Ceremony Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vaer C1 Ceremony Quartz for its excellent finishing, which some consider the best within the brand's offerings. Its 36mm case is frequently highlighted as offering perfect dimensions and a dress watch sweet spot, contributing to a thinner profile due to its quartz movement. The dial work is described as phenomenal, and the watch is lauded for its clarity and accuracy, making it a practical choice. One owner notes the premium Jubilee bracelet is included, while another mentions availability with a Horween leather strap. The price is considered a steal by one owner. However, one owner expresses a desire for a sweeping seconds hand, finding the standard quartz "tick" less stately. Overall, owners rate the Vaer C1 Ceremony Quartz highly for its exceptional finishing and ideal 36mm sizing at the price.