Christopher Ward The Twelve 36vsDecima Gatekeeper

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Christopher Ward The Twelve 36 at true scale

The Twelve 36

Decima Gatekeeper at true scale

Gatekeeper

Diameter

36mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

40.8mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

9.9mm

9.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

38h

42h

highest

MSRP

$1,495

$599

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9039

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
9.95mm
9.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
40.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Midnight Sun
White
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$599
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Christopher Ward The Twelve 36

Owners widely appreciate the Christopher Ward The Twelve 36 for its dial, movement, and integrated bracelet, noting it fits perfectly on smaller wrists. Some find the watch heavy at 151 grams on the bracelet, though others consider the 36mm case size a cleaner and more wearable iteration of the design. The bracelet tapers aggressively, contributing to an elegant feel and making the watch wear smaller than its 36mm case might suggest. One owner found the finishing not the best but acceptable for the price, while another dislikes the dial texture and desires a chronometer-grade option. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward The Twelve 36 highly for its refined wearability and design on smaller wrists, despite some reservations about weight and finishing.

From video reviewers

The integrated bracelet and 36mm sizing are cited as key strengths. Water resistance was mentioned as a potential drawback.

Decima Gatekeeper

The Decima Gatekeeper is praised for its hypnotizing dial, with design elements that draw comparisons to the Ingenieur and Czapek. Owners note the watch features a Miyota 9039 automatic movement, a 38mm case, and 50m water resistance. On balance, owners rate the Decima Gatekeeper highly for its striking dial design.