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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsSternglas Marus

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
Marus
SternglasMarus
MSRP $485

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Marus42mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
Marus42h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
Marus200m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
Marus$485

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
43.3mm
42mm
Thickness
9.95mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
53.8mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Luminova grün

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
Miyota 8215
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
26
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$485

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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.

Sternglas Marus

The Sternglas Marus is widely praised for its well-built, heavy feel and excellent bezel action, considered the best in its price range. Despite its 42mm diameter and 52mm lug-to-lug, owners report it fits surprisingly well on slim wrists. A reviewer notes the short seconds hand as a drawback, but highlights the watch as a fun, affordable starting point for a collection, featuring a vibrant Pepsi bezel and an anthracite dial that shifts in appearance, powered by a Miyota 8215 movement for €399. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus highly for its robust build and superior bezel at its price point.

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