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Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti)vsFormex Essence Leggera FortyThree

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The Twelve 40 (Ti)
Christopher WardThe Twelve 40 (Ti)
MSRP $1,775
Essence Leggera FortyThree
FormexEssence Leggera FortyThree
MSRP $2,520

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve 40 (Ti)44.5mm
Essence Leggera FortyThree43mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve 40 (Ti)56h
Essence Leggera FortyThree41h
Water Resistance
The Twelve 40 (Ti)100m
Essence Leggera FortyThree100m
MSRP
The Twelve 40 (Ti)$1,775
Essence Leggera FortyThree$2,520

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44.5mm
43mm
Thickness
8.95mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
25mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Carbon
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Space Glacier
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
56h
41h
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,775
$2,520

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What people say

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Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti)

Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti) is lauded for its exceptional value, comfort, and COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement. Reviewers highlight its lightweight titanium case, under 9mm thick, and solid finishing that accentuates the material's subtle contrast. Some desire more design originality and a bracelet micro-adjust system. Overall, reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti) highly for its impressive value and comfortable wearability.

Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree for its exceptionally light and comfortable forged carbon case, innovative suspension system, and detailed CNC-cut dial. The chronometer-grade Sellita SW200-1 movement is noted for its accuracy, and the bracelet is described as fantastic. Some owners find the design not to their taste, and while its 43mm size and light weight contribute to good wearability, one reviewer notes the unique style limits versatility. The watch is considered pricey for a microbrand but worth the cost due to its quality and engineering. Overall, owners rate the Formex Essence Leggera FortyThree highly for its innovative construction and comfortable wearability.

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