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Christopher Ward The TwelvevsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

The Twelve
Christopher WardThe Twelve
MSRP $1,495
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

From video reviewers

The Christopher Ward The Twelve features a distinctive angular case design and a textured dial. Reviewers noted the value proposition at its price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Twelve40mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
The Twelve38h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
The Twelve100m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
The Twelve$1,495
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
9.95mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
47.4mm
Lug Width
25mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Midnight Sun
Indices
Applied
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
NE86
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$1,099
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