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Christopher Ward The TwelvevsVaer Tactical Field (DLC)

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The Twelve
Christopher WardThe Twelve
MSRP $1,495
Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve40mm
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve38h
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Water Resistance
The Twelve100m
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
MSRP
The Twelve$1,495
Tactical Field (DLC)$499

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
9.95mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Midnight Sun
DLC
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar
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
$1,495
$499

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What people say

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Christopher Ward The Twelve

Christopher Ward The Twelve is widely praised for its excellent value, comfortable and thin titanium case, and COSC-certified movements. Owners and reviewers highlight the lightweight feel and attractive finishing. However, some find the dial design lacks originality, and one owner noted sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished clasp interiors, leading to a return. The skeletonized dial on The Twelve X, while a selling point, can impact legibility, and the case chamfers may be prone to dings. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve highly for its comfortable titanium construction and strong value proposition.

Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field for its lightweight versatility and interesting design, with one owner highlighting the brand's excellent customer service. Some owners report issues with marker alignment, specifically at the 12 o'clock position and the seconds hand not hitting markers precisely, though the company offered resolutions. One owner noted a crunchy winding action. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its lightweight versatility and interesting design.

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