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Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow
The Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow (C01-40AMP2-S00K0-VK1) is a complication watch from Christopher Ward: a 40.5 mm stainless steel case, 13.3 mm thick and 48.5 mm lug to lug, with an automatic Sellita SW220-1 base + Christopher Ward JJ04 moonphase module movement and 30 m water resistance.
Going by its 48.5 mm lug to lug, it should sit within the flat top of a wrist of about 6.6 inches (16.7 cm) or larger.
Research found it at $2,515 on the street (August 2026).
Specifications
From the research, with the sources for each group of facts. Unknown means no source confirmed it.
| The watch [1][2][3] | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Christopher Ward |
| Reference | C01-40AMP2-S00K0-VK1 |
| Category | Complication |
| Production | Unknown (introduced 2019) |
| Case and size [1][2] | |
| Case diameter | 40.5 mm |
| Lug to lug | 48.5 mm |
| Thickness | 13.3 mm |
| Lug width | Unknown |
| Case material | Stainless steel |
| Crystal | Sapphire (assumed CW standard - not explicitly confirmed in fetched text, treat as Unknown-leaning) |
| Water resistance | 30 m (3 ATM) |
| Weight | Unknown |
| Movement [1][2] | |
| Movement | Sellita SW220-1 base + Christopher Ward JJ04 moonphase module, automatic |
| Power reserve | 38 hours |
| Accuracy | Unknown |
| Bracelet [1][2] | |
| Bracelet or strap | Milanese mesh stainless bracelet or Cordovan leather strap (configuration-dependent; the recorded VK1 suffix indicates a strap fitting) |
| Clasp | Unknown |
| Price and warranty (US) [1][2] | |
| List price (US) | Unknown |
| Street price (US) | $2,515 (Coveted listing, 2026-08, marked 'Rare Watch') (August 2026) |
| Used price (US) | Unknown |
| Warranty | Unknown |
Will it fit?
A watch wears comfortably when its lugs stay on the flat top of the wrist. Here is the 48.5 mm lug to lug against the flat top estimated for common wrist sizes.
| Wrist | Flat top | Fit |
|---|---|---|
| 6 in 15.2 cm | 47 mm | Likely overhangs |
| 6.5 in 16.5 cm | 51 mm | At the edge |
| 7 in 17.8 cm | 55 mm | Comfortable |
| 7.5 in 19.1 cm | 59 mm | Comfortable |
| 8 in 20.3 cm | 63 mm | Comfortable |
Check it against your own wrist An estimate, not a guarantee; how the method works is on the tool page.
What the research found
These are the research’s judgments, scored against Holden’s priorities, not his own words.
Strengths
- Genuinely original complication execution: luminous twin-moon rotating starfield is CW's own idea, not a homage to anything
- Distinctive night-time party trick with a real emotional pull
- Malvern-derived case finishing with scalloped underside shows care
Weaknesses
- 38-hour power reserve on a moonphase is genuinely inconvenient - stop it for a weekend and the moon needs resetting
- 30m water resistance restricts it to fair-weather duty
- Module serviceability depends on Christopher Ward's continuity
- At $2,515 - above launch price - the value case that defines CW is gone
- Reviewer criticisms: monochromatic dial, unlumed seconds tip/date pointer
Research scores, 0 to 10
| Execution and feel in the hand | 7.5 |
|---|---|
| Design identity | 8.0 |
| Value at a realistic price | 5.8 |
| Long-term ownership | 6.2 |
| Movement and engineering | 6.5 |
| Wearability and proportions | 6.3 |
| Versatility and durability | 5.2 |
| Fit with Holden's collection | 7.4 |
Also on Holden’s list
Other complication watches on his list.
Sources
- Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow Watch Review oracleoftime.com · read August 26, 2026
- Christopher Ward Moonphase C1 Moonglow (C01-40AMP2) - market/spec listing coveted.com · read August 26, 2026
- C1 Moonglow - official product page christopherward.com · read August 26, 2026
Personal research, not a source of truth. Spotted an error? Email a correction.