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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsBaltic Hermétique Tourer

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
Hermétique Tourer
BalticHermétique Tourer
MSRP $594

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Hermétique Tourer37mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
Hermétique Tourer42h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
Hermétique Tourer150m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
Hermétique Tourer$594

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
43.3mm
37mm
Thickness
9.95mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Beige
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$594

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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.

Baltic Hermétique Tourer

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Baltic Hermétique Tourer for its cohesive vintage-inspired design, appealing layered dials, and legible displays, with particular admiration for its dial depth and indices. The 37mm case is frequently cited as well-proportioned and wearable, complemented by 150m water resistance and impressive value. The recessed crown is a consistent point of discussion, with many finding it fiddly for hand-winding and setting due to its integrated design, though some note this is a stylistic nod to historical waterproof cases. One owner raised a concern about potential marker misalignment on affordable watches. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Hermétique Tourer highly for its attractive design and value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The Hermétique Tourer offers strong legibility due to its fully lumed indices. Reviewers noted the lume brightness could be improved.

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