Christopher Ward Watch - Twelve 38 in White

Like most Christopher Ward lovers I've been waiting a while for them to release the Twelve 38 in white. Finally it's here, at an accessible price of 850 on the strap, £1050 on the bracelet. I'm tempted by the latter as I believe the integrated lugs on the bracelet make for a much better aesthetic.

The Hype:

When Christopher Ward fans demanded a 38mm version of their integrated sports watch, they realised they had a point – and set the production wheels in motion. The result is a watch that doesn’t just look great on every size of wrist, but also comes in a colour previously unseen in the Twelve Collection – Midnight Sun – as well as three existing shades. As with the rest of the Twelve line, the 38mm case boasts a bezel finished three ways, a tapered integrated bracelet and an anti-shock Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement you can, well, set your watch by.

Thoughts:

I'm in love with the look of this watch. The exhibition case back is stunning and it has everything I want in a watch. Although the real show stopper is the white dial itself. I would also be tempted by the nordic blue. If I were to have any misgivings is that the crown is just a bit on the small side and I've heard reports there may be a bit of silver in the white. I'm a purist when it comes to the White Dials and this one looks as white as they come. I'd need to see one in person to find out.

The horse's mouth:

We took our time, we thought differently,we built beautifully. Will Brackfield - designer

The best bit?

Is arguably the price. I consider Christopher Ward a luxury brand although the price might not reflect it. I place great currency on quality and craftsmanship, to me that is luxury. For just over 1000GBP this is a great entry level-ish price, for a marquee name and a stunning watch.

Details :

●  Dimensions: Case – 38.1mm, Thickness – 9.9mm, Lug to Lug – 41.8mm, Lug Width – N/A

●  Movement: Sellita SW200-1 Elaboré, Colimaçoné Finish, 28,800vph, 26 Jewels, Hackable, 38hr Power Reserve

●  Dial: 3D Stamped Textured, Applied Logo, Top-Brushed Indexes with Diamond Polished Facets, Date @6

Word on the street:

The only thing the steel versions are missing is an option to have the SW300 Sellita movement, which is slimmer and has a 56 hour power reserve. - Zaltek Reviews