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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsSeiko Prospex Sea The Black Series

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
Prospex Sea The Black Series
SeikoProspex Sea The Black Series
MSRP $765
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.

Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series

The Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series is widely praised for its impressive value and compelling design elements. Reviewers highlight the SLA073's cave-diving-inspired dial, high-quality bracelet, and the robust 8L35 movement, calling it a standout release. The SRPE33 and SRPE39 models are noted for their attractive price, manta ray decorated dials, and excellent LumiBrite lume, though bezel alignment can be inconsistent. The SNJ029 is celebrated for its dynamic, colorful aesthetic, solar charging, and comfortable strap, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Overall, the consensus is that Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series models offer excellent value, with specific models lauded for their unique dials, quality finishing, and practical features like solar charging.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Prospex Sea The Black Series45mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
Prospex Sea The Black Series41h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
Prospex Sea The Black Series200m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
Prospex Sea The Black Series$765

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
43.3mm
45mm
Thickness
9.95mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
47.7mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
4R36
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
41h
Jewels
26
24
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$765
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