Which is cheaper, the Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight or the Fears Arnos (Blue)?

At MSRP the Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight is the cheaper of the two at $1,210, against $4,604 for the Fears Arnos (Blue) — a $3,394 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight or the Fears Arnos (Blue)?

The Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight wears larger at 43.3mm versus 30.8mm for the Fears Arnos (Blue) — a 12.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight or the Fears Arnos (Blue)?

The Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Fears Arnos (Blue).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight or the Fears Arnos (Blue)?

The Fears Arnos (Blue) carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight.

What movement does the Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight run compared to the Fears Arnos (Blue)?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight uses the SW200 and the Fears Arnos (Blue) uses the Sellita SW1000-1b.

Side by side

Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsFears Arnos (Blue)

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

C12-38ADA1-MXII-RK

MSRP $1,210

Fears Arnos (Blue)

arnos-pewter-blue

MSRP $4,604

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

The Twelve Midnight43.3mm

Arnos (Blue)30.8mm

Power Reserve

The Twelve Midnight38h

Arnos (Blue)40h

Water Resistance

The Twelve Midnight100m

Arnos (Blue)30m

MSRP

The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Arnos (Blue)$4,604

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

Black

Blue

Lume

SLN X1 BL C1

None

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

SW200

Sellita SW1000-1b

Beat Rate

4 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Complications

GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,210

$4,604

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

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