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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsBoldr Expedition II

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Tool
Diameter
43.3mm
41mm
Thickness
9.95mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
48mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
I Eiger
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$699

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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.

Boldr Expedition II

Owners widely praise the Boldr Expedition II for its tool watch utility, legible dials, and bead-blasted finish, with many finding its 41mm size ideal for daily wear and comfortable on various wrists. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value, well-executed details, and the functional design of its knurled crown. Some owners note the dial color can appear creamier than expected online, and one reviewer found the stock rubber strap to be a minor criticism. The Sellita SW200 movement and domed sapphire crystal are also noted as positive features. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Boldr Expedition II highly for its functional field watch design and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The Boldr Expedition II's solid construction and reliability are notable strengths. A weakness is the potential for dim lume brightness, as the entire dial is fully covered in lume but the reviewer's assessment implies it might be inadequate.

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