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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsChristopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
C65 Dune Aeolian
Christopher WardC65 Dune Aeolian
MSRP $1,335

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
C65 Dune Aeolian43.6mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
C65 Dune Aeolian38h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
C65 Dune Aeolian150m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
C65 Dune Aeolian$1,335

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
43.3mm
43.6mm
Thickness
9.95mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
43.6mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
SLN BL Grade X1

Movement

1 specs
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
Moonphase, Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$1,335

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What people say

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Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

Owners and reviewers widely praise Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight for its excellent value, with particular commendation for its case and bracelet finishing, dial texture, and lume. Some owners note the dial is silver rather than white, and a few find the bracelet links have sharp edges and the clasp lacks micro-adjustment. The watch is noted for its thin case, offering exceptional wrist comfort. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight highly for its impressive finishing and comfort at the price point.

From video reviewers

The black lacquer dial's quality and premium feel are consistently praised. Reviewers express reservations about the watch's value or execution. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's objective merits translate to personal appeal.

Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian

The Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian is widely praised for its improved textured dials, offering depth and a departure from common finishes, with owners specifically noting the stunning sandy texture and wavy dial designs. Its 38mm case is consistently highlighted for its comfortable wearability and neat proportions, featuring satin-finished steel and a compact lug-to-lug. The watch is also recognized for its excellent value, solid finishing, and practical features like 150m water resistance and a screw-down crown. Some owners report impressive accuracy, with one noting a COSC-certified movement gained only 4 seconds in five days, while another states accuracy is rated up to 20 seconds per day. The bronze case variant develops a natural, characterful patina. A short 38-hour power reserve is noted as a drawback, and some find the grey dial blends too much with the case or that the logo is abstract.

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