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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsHamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
American Classic Valiant Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Valiant Auto
MSRP $645

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
American Classic Valiant Auto$645

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
43.3mm
34mm
Thickness
9.95mm
10.58mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
16mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
H-10
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$645

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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.

Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto for its classic design elements, such as the sunburst dial and Roman numerals, noting its suitability for everyday elegance and wearability under a cuff. One owner highlights the 39.5mm size and applied indices as a "hidden gem," while another appreciates the clean, simple design with thin Roman numerals. The watch is also commended for its comfortable bracelet and attractive lance hands, with confirmation that the bracelet is indeed changeable. Some owners note the date window's placement at three o'clock is a point of contention, and one owner reports the watch runs at approximately +6 seconds per day after ten years of intermittent use. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto highly for its elegant, classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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