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Christopher Ward Twelve X (Ti)vsVaer Tactical Field (DLC)

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Twelve X (Ti)
Christopher WardTwelve X (Ti)
MSRP $5,375
Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X (Ti)46.3mm
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X (Ti)120h
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Water Resistance
Twelve X (Ti)100m
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
MSRP
Twelve X (Ti)$5,375
Tactical Field (DLC)$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Field
Diameter
46.3mm
36mm
Thickness
12.3mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.3mm
43mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Satin + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
DLC
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SH21
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,375
$499

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What people say

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Christopher Ward Twelve X (Ti)

The Christopher Ward Twelve X (Ti) is praised for its exceptionally finished, lightweight titanium case and COSC-certified, skeletonized SH21 movement offering a 120-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its comfortable wearability due to the rounded case shape, despite a 12.3mm thickness, and highlight the micro-adjust clasp. Legibility is considered good for a skeletonized watch, though reduced compared to standard dials. One reviewer points out that the case chamfers may be prone to dings and the movement finishing does not reach higher-end standards. Overall, reviewers rate the Christopher Ward Twelve X (Ti) highly for its impressive case finishing and the value of its COSC-certified, in-house skeletonized movement.

Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field for its lightweight versatility and interesting design, with one owner highlighting the brand's excellent customer service. Some owners report issues with marker alignment, specifically at the 12 o'clock position and the seconds hand not hitting markers precisely, though the company offered resolutions. One owner noted a crunchy winding action. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its lightweight versatility and interesting design.

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