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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsChristopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
The Twelve Midnight38h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
The Twelve Midnight100m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Diameter
44mm
43.3mm
Thickness
12mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
23.3mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
SW200
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$1,210

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C001

The Ikepod Chronopod C001 is praised for its exceptional case finishing and unique, design-driven aesthetic, offering significant dial depth for its price. Owners find it comfortable despite its 44mm size, with one noting it as a welcome return for the brand. However, some question its value at $340, citing the quartz movement and non-Swiss manufacturing as drawbacks, and prototypes featured large date numerals that drew criticism. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C001 for its distinctive design and quality finishing at its price point, though value perception varies.

Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

Owners and reviewers widely praise Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight for its excellent value, with particular commendation for its case and bracelet finishing, dial texture, and lume. Some owners note the dial is silver rather than white, and a few find the bracelet links have sharp edges and the clasp lacks micro-adjustment. The watch is noted for its thin case, offering exceptional wrist comfort. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight highly for its impressive finishing and comfort at the price point.

From video reviewers

The black lacquer dial's quality and premium feel are consistently praised. Reviewers express reservations about the watch's value or execution. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's objective merits translate to personal appeal.

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