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Ace Jewellers and Christopher Ward collaborate on The Twelve Hebrew

November 2024


Ace Jewellers and Christopher Ward collaborate on The Twelve Hebrew

As a unique take on the British brand’s critically acclaimed sports watch with an integrated bracelet, the model pairs a stainless steel case with a vibrant blue gradient dial and a Hebrew numeral 12. Limited to just 50 pieces worldwide, the series offers a cultural nod in a distinctive blend of design.

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ce Jewellers’ latest collaboration with Britain’s leading watch brand brings The Twelve Hebrew limited edition. This special model offers a unique take on Christopher Ward’s iconic Twelve, featuring a vibrant blue gradient dial and a Hebrew numeral ‘12’ - a unique nod to cultural heritage and timeless design.

The Ace Jewellers The Twelve Hebrew is based on the stainless steel 40mm Twelve, Christopher Ward’s highly acclaimed integrated bracelet sports watch. What makes this edition truly special is its vibrant blue dial.

Additionally, while the gradient finish is typically seen only on the titanium versions of The Twelve, Ace Jewellers brings this effect to the stainless steel model for the first time. Lastly, the Hebrew ‘12’ marker is a subtle but unique feature that adds an extra layer of distinction to this timepiece.

Alon Ben Joseph, co-owner of Ace Jewellers, reflects on the partnership: “My brother Amir and I have been great fans of Christopher Ward for many years. When Adrian Buchmann, a Board Member and Design Consultant at Christopher Ward and a close friend, showed me the prototype of The Twelve, I fell in love immediately. I knew I had to pitch a collaboration idea. Adrian introduced me to the brand’s CEO, Mike France, and we connected instantly. Mike loved our vision of creating a Hebrew-inspired Twelve, and the entire process has been a true pleasure.”

He added: “We were captivated by how The Twelve never featured the number 12 on the dial. This sparked our idea to incorporate the number 12 in Hebrew, making the design both architectural and symbolic. With Adrian’s help, we brought this concept to life in no time.”

Buchmann added: “While I’m particularly proud of the incorporation of the number 12 on the dial, the texture also provided an exceptional foundation to make this project truly unique in that the colour we chose shifts dynamically with different lighting and viewing angles.”

Ace Jewellers and Christopher Ward collaborate on The Twelve Hebrew

The Twelve is Christopher Ward’s first integrated bracelet sports watch since the C20 Lido in 2008, representing a new pillar for the brand. This watch combines an impressive build quality with a sleek fit and finish, bringing five-figure quality levels into the real world. It sits comfortably in that space between strictly dressy and purely sporty - where most of us live our lives.

Taking inspiration from many of the iconic designs that rose to prominence in the 1970s, such as the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and Patek Philippe Nautilus, The Twelve carries forward that heritage with a modern twist. Its dodecagonal bezel, heavily textured three-dimensional dial, and intricate surface finishes on the case and bracelet make it one of Christopher Ward’s boldest designs yet.

As you turn The Twelve in your hands, it reveals intriguing details at every angle. A playful nod to the Royal Oak, six exposed screws secure the 12-sided case-back, while Christopher Ward’s signature sword and triangle handset provides a refined and sophisticated look. This is a watch that sparkles in the sunlight, comes alive under dimmed lights, and feels perfectly at home whether you’re dressing up or down.

With only 50 pieces available worldwide, priced at EUR 1.350 including VAT (UK/EU) and EUR 1.125 excluding VAT for export, each watch is individually numbered and can only be ordered via a private page on the Christopher Ward website.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • SKU: C12-40ADA1-ACE-B0
  • Watch Model: C12
  • Dial Color: Gradient Electric Blue
  • Case Material: Stainless Steel
  • Case Diameter: 40mm
  • Case Height: 9.95mm
  • Lug-to-Lug: 44.5mm
  • Case Weight: 65g
  • Weight inc. Strap: 160g
  • Water Resistance: 10 ATM (100M)
  • Movement: Sellita SW200-1
  • Power Reserve: 38 hours

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