Side by side

Serica Ref. 8315 Travel ChronometervsChristopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer
SericaRef. 8315 Travel Chronometer
MSRP $2,479
C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer39mm
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Power Reserve
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer42h
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Water Resistance
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer200m
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
MSRP
Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer$2,479
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.3mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
43.7mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
GMT - Enamel Black
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN Grade X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SOPROD C125 COSC
SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
GMT, COSC
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,479
$1,375

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer vs Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer

Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer owners and reviewers praise its neo-vintage aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and unique day/night bezel design. Some find the lack of a date function a drawback, and the mirrored 12-hour bezel with AM/PM text is considered less practical than a traditional 24-hour bezel for time zone reading, with the lollipop-style 24-hour hand and asymmetrical bezel design also noted as potentially confusing. The watch is powered by a COSC-certified Soprod C125 movement with a 40-hour power reserve. One owner noted import duties and that the strap's aggressive taper required using the last hole for a proper fit. On balance, Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer is appreciated for its distinctive design and wearability, though its GMT functionality and bezel design are points of contention for some.

Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 for its COSC-certified accuracy and clean British-military aesthetic, with many highlighting its balanced wearability and cool, ultra-legible mid-century design. The gorgeous domed crystal and the MOD badge on the caseback are noted as charming details. Some owners find the 38mm case size potentially too small for larger wrists, while others question its claimed military heritage. The watch is powered by a Sellita SW200 COSC movement with a 38-hour power reserve and features Grade X1 Super-LumiNova on its matte black dial. Overall, the consensus is that the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 is highly regarded for its character and COSC-certified accuracy.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.