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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black ShadowvsChristopher Ward C60 Trident Reef

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Twelve X Black Shadow
Christopher WardTwelve X Black Shadow
MSRP $6,275
C60 Trident Reef
Christopher WardC60 Trident Reef
MSRP $995

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X Black Shadow40mm
C60 Trident Reef41mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X Black Shadow120h
C60 Trident Reef38h
Water Resistance
Twelve X Black Shadow100m
C60 Trident Reef200m
MSRP
Twelve X Black Shadow$6,275
C60 Trident Reef$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12.3mm
11.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
47.9mm
Lug Width
25mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
CW-001
SW200-1
Power Reserve
120h
38h
Jewels
31
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,275
$995

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What people say

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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow's impressive finishing for its price point and the quality of its bracelet. Some owners, however, feel the $4,865 price is high for the brand, while others argue it offers strong specifications for the money. Reviewers note the skeletonized COSC-certified SH21 movement provides a 120-hour power reserve, but legibility suffers due to the skeletonization and the watch's increased thickness is noticeable. One owner reported sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp surfaces, leading to a return, despite finding the case and dial appealing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow highly for its finishing and value, with the skeletonized movement being a key draw.

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef for its fun, affordable design, vibrant multi-layered dials inspired by reef art, and good wearability due to curved lugs and a thin profile, with the 41mm size noted as better proportioned. The watch is powered by the Sellita SW200-1 movement and offers 200m water resistance, with pricing starting at £695. One reviewer suggested swapping the yellow minute hand and strap on a specific model for a different aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Reef highly for its vibrant design and value at the price point.

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