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Christopher Ward The TwelvevsSternglas Marus 2.0

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The Twelve
Christopher WardThe Twelve
MSRP $1,495
Marus 2.0
SternglasMarus 2.0
MSRP $593
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.

Sternglas Marus 2.0

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Marus 2.0 for its well-built, heavy case and excellent bezel action, which is considered superior to some competitors. Reviewers note the refined case and luminous dial markers, while the green dial stands out from other divers. The Seiko NH35A movement offers accuracy ranging from -20/+40 seconds per day. One reviewer desired a slightly larger screw-down crown. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus 2.0 highly for its robust build and standout dial at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Seiko NH35 automatic movement is a shared strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve40mm
Marus 2.041mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve38h
Marus 2.041h
Water Resistance
The Twelve100m
Marus 2.0200m
MSRP
The Twelve$1,495
Marus 2.0$593

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
9.95mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Midnight Sun
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Luminova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko TMI NH35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$593
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