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Christopher Ward Twelve X (Ti)vsBoldr Expedition II

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Twelve X (Ti)
Christopher WardTwelve X (Ti)
MSRP $5,375
Expedition II
BoldrExpedition II
MSRP $699

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X (Ti)46.3mm
Expedition II41mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X (Ti)120h
Expedition II38h
Water Resistance
Twelve X (Ti)100m
Expedition II200m
MSRP
Twelve X (Ti)$5,375
Expedition II$699

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Skeleton
Tool
Diameter
46.3mm
41mm
Thickness
12.3mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.3mm
48mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Satin + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
I Eiger
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SH21
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
38h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,375
$699

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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.

Boldr Expedition II

Owners widely praise the Boldr Expedition II for its tool watch utility, legible dials, and bead-blasted finish, with many finding its 41mm size ideal for daily wear and comfortable on various wrists. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent value, well-executed details, and the functional design of its knurled crown. Some owners note the dial color can appear creamier than expected online, and one reviewer found the stock rubber strap to be a minor criticism. The Sellita SW200 movement and domed sapphire crystal are also noted as positive features. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Boldr Expedition II highly for its functional field watch design and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The Boldr Expedition II's solid construction and reliability are notable strengths. A weakness is the potential for dim lume brightness, as the entire dial is fully covered in lume but the reviewer's assessment implies it might be inadequate.

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