Published matchup
C1 Jump Hour Mk V vs SPIRIT vs Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx
Which one do I buy
Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
C1 Jump Hour Mk V
SPIRIT
Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx
Diameter
39mm
37mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.3mm
44.8mm
n/a
Thickness
14mm
11.7mm
10.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
30m
100m
100m
Power Reserve
41h
72h
120h
highest
MSRP
$3,295
$2,850
lowest
$6,800
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Longines L888.4
32111
Case
8 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk V's spectacular lume application and multi-level dial design, featuring a floating sapphire dial with a lumed underside minute track. The compact 39mm case is noted for its alternating brushed and polished finishing, and the jump-hour complication offers an instantaneous hour change. Some find the 14mm thickness and $3,000 price point to be high, and one reviewer considers the ±20 seconds per day accuracy subpar. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk V highly for its striking dial design and jump-hour complication at the price.
Owners widely praise the Longines SPIRIT 37mm for its excellent finishing, value, and wearability, with many highlighting its refined execution and vintage-inspired design. The champagne dial with applied indices is noted for its depth and legibility, and the watch is considered a great option for those seeking a sub-40mm timepiece with applied Arabic numerals under $3k. However, some owners find the bracelet to be the weakest part, describing it as "tinny" and lightweight, and the male end-links can make the 37mm case wear larger. Other points of discussion include weak lume and a non-screw-down crown despite 100m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Longines SPIRIT highly for its hand-made enamel dial and finishing at the price.
The Longines Spirit's reliable COSC-certified movement, Caliber L888.4, with a 72-hour power reserve and a silicone balance spring, is a notable strength. A potential weakness is the watch's relatively high price point compared to its competitors, making it a drawback for some. Reviewers disagree on whether the dial colour shift is a notable feature, with some appreciating it and others not mentioning it as a point of contention.
The IWC Schaffhausen Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx is widely praised for its handsome design, legibility, and comfortable 40mm case with a short lug-to-lug distance, making it an excellent daily wear. Owners and reviewers highlight the improved wearability over its predecessor, the balanced dial with rhodium-plated hands and a white date wheel, and the convenience of the EasX-CHANGE strap system. The watch features 100m water resistance and the automatic 32111 movement provides a five-day power reserve, with accuracy noted as very good, around +/- 1 second per day. Some owners express a preference for the date window at the 6 o'clock position for better dial symmetry, and one reviewer noted that COSC certification would have been a welcome addition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx highly for its improved wearability and everyday practicality.
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