Batavi Watches Amsterdam ArchitectvsChristopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Batavi Watches Amsterdam Architect at true scale

Architect

Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 at true scale

C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Diameter

39mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

43.7mm

lowest

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

11.9mm

Water Resistance

100m

150m

highest

Power Reserve

44h

highest

38h

MSRP

$486

lowest

$1,375

Movement

Miyota 9039

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43.7mm
Finish
n/a
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Purple
Black
Lume
SuperLuminova
SLN Grade X1 BL C1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
44h
38h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$486
$1,375
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Reviews

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

Batavi Watches Amsterdam Architect

The Batavi Watches Amsterdam Architect is praised for its attractive price and integrated bracelet, with its 39mm case size noted as a positive by reviewers. Owners compare its appearance to other watches, highlighting dial options such as "copper dome," "blue steel," and "walnut wood." A reviewer found the brand name printing too large and the case and bracelet edges uncomfortably sharp. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Batavi Watches Amsterdam Architect for its value and integrated bracelet design, despite some criticisms of finishing details.

Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 for its balanced wearability, clean British-military aesthetic, and COSC-certified accuracy. The 38mm case size aligns with a trend for smaller watches, and its mid-century design is described as ultra-legible and cool, with a gorgeous domed crystal and a MOD badge on the caseback adding charm for military enthusiasts. Some owners question its claimed military heritage compared to other brands, and a few find the 38mm size potentially too small for larger wrists. The watch features a Sellita SW200 COSC chronometer movement with Grade X1 Super-LumiNova. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 highly for its character, perfect dimensions, and COSC-certified accuracy.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified movement and vintage military aesthetic are praised. The sub-£1,000 price point is considered remarkable for the quality.