Published matchup

C1 Jump Hour Mk V vs SPIRIT vs Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx

Which one do I buy

Jul 23, 2026View spec sheet

The measurements

Sized up.

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

Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk V at true scale

C1 Jump Hour Mk V

Longines SPIRIT at true scale

SPIRIT

IWC Schaffhausen Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx at true scale

Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx

Diameter

47.3mm

37mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.8mm

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 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
47.3mm
37mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
11.7mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Both sides
Dial Color
Noon
Sunray Black
Blue
Indices
Applied Arabic numerals
Lume
SLN C1 X1 BL
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Longines L888.4
32111
Beat Rate
4 vph
25,200 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41h
72h
120h
Jewels
26
0
21
Hacking
No
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
No
Yes
Complications
GMT, Moonphase
Hours, minutes, seconds and date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,295
$2,850
$6,800

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 Jump Hour Mk V

Owners and reviewers widely praise the spectacular lume application and the multi-level dial design of the Christopher Ward C1 Jump Hour Mk V, noting its crisp legibility and the innovative JJ01 jump-hour module. The 39mm case is described as compact with alternating brushed and polished finishing, and the dial features a radially grooved center with a sapphire minute track. Some find the 14mm thickness and $3k price point high, while accuracy is rated at approximately ±20 seconds per day. The watch utilizes a Sellita SW200-1 base with a 38-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the striking dial design and jump-hour complication, despite some reservations about the thickness and accuracy.

Longines SPIRIT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines Spirit for its exceptional finishing, refined vintage-inspired design, and strong value proposition, with many finding the 37mm and 40mm variants to be a "sweet-spot" size for wearability. The champagne dial with applied indices on the 37mm model is noted for its depth and legibility, while the L688.4 movement in the Chronograph is appreciated for its COSC certification and silicon balance spring. Some owners report accuracy within COSC specifications, and the 72-hour power reserve is a frequently cited positive. However, some community members find the bracelet finishing and end links less refined than competitors, and one owner noted the presence of three different fonts on the dial numbers of the 37mm. The 37mm model's non-screw-down crown despite 100m water resistance and the lume strength are also flagged as potential drawbacks by some.

From video reviewers

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.

IWC Schaffhausen Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx

The IWC Schaffhausen Iw328202 Pilots Watch Mark Xx is widely praised for its handsome and legible dial, comfortable 40mm case with a short lug-to-lug distance, and 100m water resistance. Owners and reviewers highlight the improved wearability over its predecessor, the convenience of the EasX-CHANGE strap system, and the versatility of the watch as an ideal daily wear. The watch features a white date wheel that complements the dial's print, rhodium-plated hands for contrast, and subtle legibility improvements like an enlarged date window and adjusted numeral placement. Some owners note a preference for a date window at the 6 o'clock position for better dial symmetry. One owner reports very good accuracy, losing only 1 second per day when worn and gaining 1 second when resting dial up, with a 120-hour power reserve. Criticisms include limited lume application to hands and hour markers, a solid caseback, and the minute hand jumping when the movement is hacked.

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