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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black ShadowvsHamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto

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Twelve X Black Shadow
Christopher WardTwelve X Black Shadow
MSRP $5,715
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto
HamiltonVentura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto
MSRP $2,275

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X Black Shadow44.5mm
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X Black Shadow120h
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto80h
Water Resistance
Twelve X Black Shadow100m
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto50m
MSRP
Twelve X Black Shadow$5,715
Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto$2,275

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12.33mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
25mm
21mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-001
H-10-S
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
80h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,715
$2,275

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What people say

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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow for its exceptional titanium finishing, dynamic case design, and skeletonized COSC-certified SH21 movement with a 120-hour power reserve. Some owners note sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished interior clasp surfaces, while reviewers mention legibility issues common to skeletonized watches and a thickness of 12.3mm making it feel chunkier than other models. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow highly for its impressive in-house movement and titanium finishing at its price point.

Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto is widely praised as a conversation starter with a futuristic, sci-fi aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite its unconventional triangular shape. Owners note the skeletonized dial with lightning bolt-like shapes and the well-decorated H-10-S automatic movement, which offers an 80-hour power reserve. While some find the case size measurements "wonky" and potentially large at 44mm at its longest point, others report it wears like a 42mm and is comfortable. Opinions are split on its appearance, with some calling it a stunner and others finding it unattractive. The price is considered high by some, and proprietary straps can be an issue. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Auto for its unique design and conversation-starting appeal, with the skeletonized movement and 80-hour power reserve being specific highlights.

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