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Christopher Ward Twelve X Black ShadowvsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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Twelve X Black Shadow
Christopher WardTwelve X Black Shadow
MSRP $5,715
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Twelve X Black Shadow44.5mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
Twelve X Black Shadow120h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
Twelve X Black Shadow100m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
Twelve X Black Shadow$5,715
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diver
Diameter
44.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
25mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-001
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
42h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Moonphase
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,715
$980

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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.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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