Christopher Ward C1 Moonphase Owner Review : Astute, glittering and attractive

It's very unusual to see the moon occupy such a large portion of the dial. The moon is beautifully rendered, with a sense of depth, and stands out magnificently against the midnight blue aventurine dial. The moon is very visible under UV light and contains a touch of Luminova, making it highly visible in the early evening. The dial is very well designed and gives the impression of a moon waxing and waning as if by magic on a plain dial. Three hands, central seconds, no date. No hour markers or Luminova, nothing to distract from the moon, which is truly the star of this watch. The shimmering glitter within the aventurine of the dial is a delight to behold in the light. The case is approximately 40 mm in diameter, and the 5-link bracelet alternates between brushed and polished finishes, making it comfortable and robust. No micro-adjustments are needed. The watch is relatively thin. The movement is simple and unmodified, but it does the job with a modest 38-hour power reserve.