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Ikepod SeaslugvsChristopher Ward The Twelve

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Seaslug
IkepodSeaslug
MSRP $540
The Twelve
Christopher WardThe Twelve
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seaslug40mm
The Twelve40mm
Power Reserve
Seaslug40h
The Twelve38h
Water Resistance
Seaslug100m
The Twelve100m
MSRP
Seaslug$540
The Twelve$1,495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Thickness
12mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
25mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Midnight Sun
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$1,495

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What people say

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Ikepod Seaslug

Owners note the Ikepod Seaslug's proprietary lugless straps are limited to black, green, and orange silicone, with metal bracelets being rare and expensive. One enthusiast suggests a reissue should increase water resistance to at least 200M for improved dive functionality. On balance, owners find the Ikepod Seaslug's strap options and water resistance to be areas for potential improvement.

Christopher Ward The Twelve

Christopher Ward The Twelve is widely praised for its excellent value, comfortable and thin titanium case, and COSC-certified movements. Owners and reviewers highlight the lightweight feel and attractive finishing. However, some find the dial design lacks originality, and one owner noted sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp interiors, leading to a return. The skeletonized dial on The Twelve X, while a selling point, can impact legibility, and the case chamfers may be prone to dings. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve highly for its comfortable titanium construction and strong value proposition.

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