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Christopher Ward The TwelvevsTraska The Chronograph

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The Twelve
Christopher WardThe Twelve
MSRP $1,495
The Chronograph
TraskaThe Chronograph
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Christopher Ward The Twelve

Christopher Ward The Twelve is widely praised for its excellent value, comfortable and thin titanium case, and COSC-certified movements. Owners and reviewers highlight the lightweight feel and attractive finishing. However, some find the dial design lacks originality, and one owner noted sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp interiors, leading to a return. The skeletonized dial on The Twelve X, while a selling point, can impact legibility, and the case chamfers may be prone to dings. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve highly for its comfortable titanium construction and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Christopher Ward The Twelve features a distinctive angular case design and a textured dial. Reviewers noted the value proposition at its price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

Traska The Chronograph

Traska The Chronograph owners widely praise the hardened stainless steel case for its durability, with one noting it remained in great condition after three years of wear. The bracelet is also commended for its snug fit, lack of stiffness or rattle, and the convenience of its on-the-fly clasp. One owner notes the watch wears larger. Overall, Traska The Chronograph owners rate the watch highly for its durable case and comfortable, convenient bracelet.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve40mm
The Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve38h
The Chronograph45h
Water Resistance
The Twelve100m
The Chronograph75m
MSRP
The Twelve$1,495
The Chronograph

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Thickness
9.95mm
0.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
25mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Polished
Water Resistance
100m
75m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Midnight Sun
Grey
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
NE86
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
45h
Jewels
26
34
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
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