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Christopher Ward Twelve X (Ti)vsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Twelve X (Ti)
Christopher WardTwelve X (Ti)
MSRP $5,375
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X (Ti)46.3mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X (Ti)120h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Twelve X (Ti)100m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Twelve X (Ti)$5,375
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Skeleton
GMT
Diameter
46.3mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.3mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.3mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Satin + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SH21
9S66
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
72h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,375
$6,100
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