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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black ShadowvsVaer Tactical Field (DLC)

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Twelve X Black Shadow
Christopher WardTwelve X Black Shadow
MSRP $5,715
Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X Black Shadow44.5mm
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X Black Shadow120h
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Water Resistance
Twelve X Black Shadow100m
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
MSRP
Twelve X Black Shadow$5,715
Tactical Field (DLC)$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Field
Diameter
44.5mm
36mm
Thickness
12.3mm
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

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
DLC
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
CW-001
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Solar
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
40h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,715
$499

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What people say

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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow for its exceptional titanium finishing, dynamic case design, and skeletonized COSC-certified SH21 movement with a 120-hour power reserve. Some owners note sharp edges on bracelet links and unfinished interior clasp surfaces, while reviewers mention legibility issues common to skeletonized watches and a thickness of 12.3mm making it feel chunkier than other models. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward Twelve X Black Shadow highly for its impressive in-house movement and titanium finishing at its price point.

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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