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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsFarer Discovery II

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Discovery II39.5mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
Discovery II68h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
Discovery II50m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
Discovery II$925

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
43.3mm
39.5mm
Thickness
9.95mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
45mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Purple
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Automatic
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
68h
Jewels
26
24
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$925

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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.

Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

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