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Christopher Ward · Twelve

Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow

Ref. C12-41A5D1-SD0K0-B0 · Skeleton

$6,275Stock unknown

Case

Diameter
41mm
Thickness
12.3mm
Lug-to-lug
44.5mm
Lug width
25mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
100m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
Dial colour
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova

Movement

Caliber
Christopher Ward CW-001
Type
Automatic
Beat rate
4 vph
Power reserve
120h
Jewels
31

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
skeleton
Bezel
fixed
Bracelet
integrated
Hands
baton

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Twelve collection · 7 watches

The Twelve
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The Twelve 3636mm
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The Twelve 40 (Ti)40mm
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The Twelve 66038mm
The Twelve Midnight
The Twelve Midnight38mm
Twelve X (Ti)
Twelve X (Ti)41mm

2 colorways

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01The market

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Retail$6,275

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03The community take

Owners talk.

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Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow's impressive finishing and value, with some noting the bracelet's quality and good customer service. However, reviewers point to a noticeable increase in thickness and legibility issues stemming from the skeletonized dial. One owner reported sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp interiors, leading to a return, while others found the titanium case and textured dial appealing. The Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow is priced at $4,865. Overall, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow's strong finishing and value proposition, though some specific build details and legibility present trade-offs.

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