Christopher Ward The TwelvevsErebus Watches Ascent

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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 at true scale

The Twelve

Erebus Watches Ascent at true scale

Ascent

Diameter

40mm

40.7mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.5mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

9.9mm

lowest

11.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,495

n/a

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9015

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
40.7mm
Thickness
9.95mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
n/a
Caseback
Solid screw-down
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Midnight Sun
Black Mother of Pearl
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
n/a
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Reviews

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

Christopher Ward The Twelve

Christopher Ward The Twelve owners and reviewers widely praise its value, comfort, and versatility, noting its thin titanium case and attractive design. Some owners report sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp interiors, while others find the case finishing nice and the dial's reflections cool. One reviewer notes the case chamfers may be prone to dings. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve highly for its exceptional value and comfortable, thin titanium case.

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.

Erebus Watches Ascent

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches Ascent for its stunning dial, excellent case and bracelet finishing, and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting its robust GADA capabilities and value proposition. The well-executed Miyota 9015 movement and good lume are also frequently noted strengths. Some owners find the dial text too prominent, and polished case sides are considered a potential scratch magnet. Import taxes can significantly increase the final cost, leading some to compare it unfavorably to higher-priced alternatives. Overall, owners rate the Erebus Watches Ascent highly for its striking aesthetics and solid build quality at its base price point.