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Astor + Banks ChronovsChristopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
The Twelve Midnight38h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
The Twelve Midnight100m
MSRP
Chrono$575
The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Diameter
44mm
43.3mm
Thickness
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
23.3mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
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
$575
$1,210

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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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