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Christopher Ward Twelve X (Ti)vsCitizen Corso

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Twelve X (Ti)
Christopher WardTwelve X (Ti)
MSRP $5,375
Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296
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 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.

Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X (Ti)46.3mm
Corso44mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X (Ti)120h
Corso40h
Water Resistance
Twelve X (Ti)100m
Corso100m
MSRP
Twelve X (Ti)$5,375
Corso$296

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Dress
Diameter
46.3mm
44mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
25mm
23mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Satin + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SH21
8729
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,375
$296
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