Christopher Ward · The Twelve
The Twelve
Launched in April 2023, Christopher Ward's The Twelve is the brand's integrated-bracelet luxury sport watch built around a distinctive 12-sided dodecagonal case — a clear nod to the Genta tradition of geometric integrated-bracelet pieces. The 40mm stainless steel model runs a Sellita SW200-1 automatic with 100m water resistance, a three-dimensional stamped dial, and a six-screw exhibition caseback, starting at approximately $1,495 on bracelet.
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Overview
| Brand | Christopher Ward |
| Reference | C12-40ADA1-S00B1-B0 |
| Collection | The Twelve |
| Category | Sports |
| Released | 2023 |
| Price guide | Premium · $1,300+ |
Full specification
Specs
Case & dial
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Lug-to-lug | 44.5 mm |
| Thickness | 9.95 mm |
| Lug width | 25 mm |
| Water resistance | 100 m |
| Crystal | sapphire |
| Case material | stainless steel |
| Bezel | fixed dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Case back | exhibition |
Movement & furniture
| Type | Automatic |
| Caliber | Sellita SW200-1 → |
| Functions | Date |
| Power reserve | 41 h |
| Jewels | 26 |
| Lume | Super-LumiNova Grade X1 BL C1 |
| Strap / bracelet | integrated stainless steel bracelet |
Bottom line
The Twelve makes a compelling case that Genta-lineage finishing and bracelet integration don't require a five-figure outlay — though its 9.95mm height and specialist 25mm lug width mean it rewards trying on before buying.
Highlights
- 12-sided dodecagonal case with mixed finishing
- 40mm / 44.5mm lug-to-lug
- 100m WR + AR-coated sapphire
- Exhibition caseback with 6-screw surround
- Integrated bracelet, butterfly clasp
Who it's for
Design-conscious buyers seeking a Genta-lineage integrated-bracelet sport watch with genuine Swiss finishing under $1,500. The 44.5mm lug-to-lug suits wrists roughly in the 6.5–7.5-inch range. Works especially well as a versatile everyday piece for someone transitioning from fashion or dress watches into serious mechanical horology, or for a collector who wants the aesthetic without the Royal Oak/Nautilus price premium.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you prefer a plain undecorated dial, need a GMT or chronograph complication, are sensitive to case height above 9mm, or want a conventional 20mm lug for easy strap swaps.
Before you buy
- 36mm variant has no date; 40mm has date at 6 — confirm size before ordering
- Steel (SW200-1, Swiss Made) vs Titanium (SW300-1 COSC) differ in calibre, cert, height, and price — they are not the same watch
- 25mm lug width limits aftermarket strap options to specialist suppliers (e.g. Delugs)
- Colourway-to-size pairings change — Nordic Blue is currently shown as a 40mm steel option; verify exact configuration at checkout
FAQ
Is the The Twelve automatic or quartz?
The The Twelve is automatic. The Sellita SW200-1 winds itself from the motion of your wrist, so it needs no battery. A full wind holds roughly 41 hours, so it keeps running overnight off the wrist; left longer it stops and restarts once you wear or hand-wind it.
What movement does the The Twelve use?
The The Twelve is powered by the Sellita SW200-1 from Sellita, an automatic caliber with 26 jewels, a 41-hour power reserve, and a 28,800 bph beat rate. Being automatic, it winds from the motion of your wrist and needs no battery.
Does the The Twelve have a date?
Yes — the The Twelve has a date display on the dial. The date advances automatically as the movement runs, so the current day of the month is always visible at a glance, and you can set it from the crown after the watch has been left to stop.
How water resistant is the The Twelve?
The The Twelve is rated to 100 m. That covers swimming and snorkelling, though hot water and direct high-pressure water are best avoided, and it is not intended for scuba diving. Whatever the rating, avoid operating the crown or pushers underwater, and have the gaskets checked periodically to keep it reliable.
How big does the The Twelve wear?
At 40 mm across with a 44.5 mm lug-to-lug and 9.95 mm thick, the The Twelve wears as a modern medium-to-large watch. Lug-to-lug is the measurement that really decides fit, since it sets how far the case spans the wrist — 44.5 mm suits most wrists, and smaller wrists especially should check that figure.
How directly does The Twelve reference the Royal Oak and similar integrated-bracelet icons?
CW is candid about the lineage: the six-screw exhibition caseback echoes the Royal Oak's exposed-screw bezel, the integrated bracelet concept mirrors 1970s Genta sport watches, and the geometric case sides continue that tradition. The dodecagonal shape is CW's own geometry rather than a copy — but buyers drawn to the AP/PP aesthetic will recognise the DNA immediately.
Is the Glacier Blue dial a fumé / sunburst, or a flat colour?
Neither — Glacier Blue uses a three-dimensional stamped/pressed pyramid texture that creates depth through light interaction rather than a colour gradient. The titanium COSC model's Astral Blue dial does carry a subtle fumé effect, but the standard steel Glacier Blue is texture-led, not gradient-led.
What does upgrading to the Titanium version actually get you beyond a lighter case?
The titanium model swaps the SW200-1 for a COSC-certified SW300-1 (56hr power reserve vs 38hr; tighter −4/+6 s/day accuracy vs −5/+12 s/day), sheds 1mm of thickness to 8.95mm, reduces wrist weight significantly, and costs roughly €770 more at current retail — a meaningful step up in movement spec and wearability, not just a material change.
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