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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black ShadowvsHELM Miyako

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Twelve X Black Shadow
Christopher WardTwelve X Black Shadow
MSRP $5,715
Miyako
HELMMiyako
MSRP $375

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X Black Shadow44.5mm
Miyako40mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X Black Shadow120h
Miyako42h
Water Resistance
Twelve X Black Shadow100m
Miyako200m
MSRP
Twelve X Black Shadow$5,715
Miyako$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diver
Diameter
44.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.3mm
13.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
47mm
Lug Width
25mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Gray

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-001
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
42h
Jewels
31
24
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,715
$375

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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.

HELM Miyako

HELM Miyako owners widely praise its exceptional value and quality, with multiple reports highlighting its stunning appearance and dial details. The watch is noted for its excellent accuracy, with figures around +1.5 to +2 seconds per day. One owner found the HELM Miyako to be tough and versatile, fitting well on a 6.6-inch wrist. Overall, owners consider the HELM Miyako an amazing value and a great watch, worth the wait for its availability.

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