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Ikepod Seapod S003vsChristopher Ward The Twelve

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
The Twelve
Christopher WardThe Twelve
MSRP $1,495
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

Christopher Ward The Twelve

Christopher Ward The Twelve is widely praised for its excellent value, comfortable and thin titanium case, and COSC-certified movements. Owners and reviewers highlight the lightweight feel and attractive finishing. However, some find the dial design lacks originality, and one owner noted sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp interiors, leading to a return. The skeletonized dial on The Twelve X, while a selling point, can impact legibility, and the case chamfers may be prone to dings. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve highly for its comfortable titanium construction and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Christopher Ward The Twelve features a distinctive angular case design and a textured dial. Reviewers noted the value proposition at its price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
The Twelve40mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
The Twelve38h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
The Twelve100m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
The Twelve$1,495

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
25mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Midnight Sun
Lume
Yes
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SW200
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
$1,566
$1,495
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