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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsCincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
Desk Diver
Cincinnati Watch CompanyDesk Diver
MSRP $750

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Desk Diver36mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
Desk Diver45h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
Desk Diver50m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
Desk Diver$750

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
43.3mm
36mm
Thickness
9.95mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
0mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Sandwich
Indices
Applied
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
Sellita SW210
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
45h
Jewels
26
18
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$750

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver

The Cincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver is a 40mm hand-wind watch with a black dial, acrylic crystal, and FKM rubber strap, powered by a Sellita SW210 manual wind movement. Owners report the watch gained one second per day, and it comes with a QC and timing report. Some find the Desk Diver a unique novelty, though many consider its $1500 price too high. The watch has 0 meters of water resistance, and its vintage case may show small marks. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver as a unique novelty, with the primary reservation being its high price for its perceived playful nature.

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