The Twelve

Premium $1,300+

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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40mm

Case

100m

Water res.

9.95mm

Thick

44.5mm

Lug-to-lug

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	38 h
Jewels	26
Lume	Super-LumiNova Grade X1 BL C1
Strap / bracelet	integrated stainless steel bracelet

On the wrist

Pick up The Twelve and the bracelet integration is the first thing that earns respect: no gap between endlinks and case, no rattle, links that taper fluently to a satisfying butterfly clasp. At this price point that quality of integration genuinely wouldn't embarrass watches costing three or four times as much. The dodecagonal bezel is properly three-dimensional, its chamfered edges catching light in a way that keeps the watch visually lively from every angle.

The dial is where opinions tend to diverge. In subdued indoor light the stamped pyramid texture gives the Glacier Blue a rich, architectural depth that justifies the whole design; in bright direct sun it gets busier, and legibility takes a modest hit. The date aperture at 6 o'clock is clean and proportional — it doesn't feel like an afterthought. At 44.5mm lug-to-lug the 40mm case sits comfortably on a medium wrist without dominating it, though the 9.95mm stack height is noticeable — this is not a slim watch. If you've wanted the feel of a Genta-era sport watch but couldn't reconcile the Royal Oak premium, The Twelve closes that gap more convincingly than anything else at this price.

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 currently 38mm only; verify exact configuration at checkout

FAQ

Is the The Twelve automatic or quartz?

It runs a automatic movement.

What movement does the The Twelve use?

The Sellita SW200-1 (Sellita).

Does the The Twelve have a date?

Yes.

How water resistant is the The Twelve?

It is rated to 100 m.

How big does the The Twelve wear?

40 mm wide with a 44.5 mm lug-to-lug.

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 ±20 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.