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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black ShadowvsBoldr Odyssey Bronze

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Twelve X Black Shadow
Christopher WardTwelve X Black Shadow
MSRP $5,715
Odyssey Bronze
BoldrOdyssey Bronze
MSRP $649
What people say

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

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.

Boldr Odyssey Bronze

The Boldr Odyssey Bronze is widely praised for its robust, ship-like aesthetic and substantial feel, with its meteorite dial and OEM Horween strap highlighted as unique features. Owners feel the style, fit, finish, and specifications compensate for criticisms regarding the movements used at its price point. On balance, owners rate the Boldr Odyssey Bronze highly for its distinctive aesthetic and quality finishing.

From video reviewers

The 500m water resistance and Lumicast lume are standout features. The 45mm+ case size is a drawback for some wrists.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X Black Shadow44.5mm
Odyssey Bronze45.5mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X Black Shadow120h
Odyssey Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Twelve X Black Shadow100m
Odyssey Bronze500m
MSRP
Twelve X Black Shadow$5,715
Odyssey Bronze$649

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diver
Diameter
44.5mm
45.5mm
Thickness
12.3mm
16.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
52mm
Lug Width
25mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
500m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Auburn

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-001
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
40h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,715
$649
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