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Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti)vsSternglas Marus 2.0

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The Twelve 40 (Ti)
Christopher WardThe Twelve 40 (Ti)
MSRP $2,295
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 40 (Ti)

Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti) owners and reviewers highlight its high value, comfortable and lightweight titanium case, and COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement. Some owners praise the finishing and textured dial, with one noting the sharpness of bracelet links is by design. However, a recurring point of criticism is the sharp edges on the bracelet links, with some also finding the inside surfaces of the clasp unfinished. One owner felt the dial appeared cheap for the price, while a reviewer desired more design originality in the dial and a micro-adjust system for the bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti) highly for its value and comfortable titanium build, despite some reservations about bracelet finishing and dial design originality.

From video reviewers

Titanium construction is a consensus strength. The bracelet's potential for rattle is a consensus weakness. Reviewers disagreed on whether the COSC certification justifies the price.

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

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve 40 (Ti)40mm
Marus 2.041mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve 40 (Ti)56h
Marus 2.041h
Water Resistance
The Twelve 40 (Ti)100m
Marus 2.0200m
MSRP
The Twelve 40 (Ti)$2,295
Marus 2.0$593

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
8.95mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Luminova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW300-1
Seiko TMI NH35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
41h
Jewels
25
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,295
$593
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