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Christopher Ward The Twelve MidnightvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve Midnight38h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
The Twelve Midnight100m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
The Twelve Midnight$1,210
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
43.3mm
37mm
Thickness
9.95mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.3mm
45mm
Lug Width
23.3mm
18mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200
Miyota 82s5
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,210
$428

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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.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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