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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsChristopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
Twelve X Black Shadow
Christopher WardTwelve X Black Shadow
MSRP $6,275

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Twelve X Black Shadow40mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
Twelve X Black Shadow120h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
Twelve X Black Shadow100m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
Twelve X Black Shadow$6,275

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Skeleton
Diameter
43.3mm
40mm
Thickness
9.95mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
44.5mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
25mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200
CW-001
Power Reserve
38h
120h
Jewels
26
31
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$6,275

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What people say

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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.

Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow's impressive finishing for its price point and the quality of its bracelet. Some owners, however, feel the $4,865 price is high for the brand, while others argue it offers strong specifications for the money. Reviewers note the skeletonized COSC-certified SH21 movement provides a 120-hour power reserve, but legibility suffers due to the skeletonization and the watch's increased thickness is noticeable. One owner reported sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp surfaces, leading to a return, despite finding the case and dial appealing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow highly for its finishing and value, with the skeletonized movement being a key draw.

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