Benrus Watches DTU ShieldvsChristopher 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.

Benrus Watches DTU Shield at true scale

DTU Shield

Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 at true scale

C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.9mm

43.7mm

lowest

Thickness

10.7mm

lowest

11.9mm

Water Resistance

100m

150m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

highest

38h

MSRP

$1,595

$1,375

lowest

Movement

ETA 2892-A2

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10.7mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
43.7mm
Finish
n/a
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Lume
Old Radium Super-LumiNova
SLN Grade X1 BL C1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
38h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$1,375
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Reviews

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

Benrus Watches DTU Shield

Owners widely praise the Benrus DTU Shield for its attractive design and authentic vintage military homage, with one owner noting it received multiple compliments. The 38mm case size is considered by some to be ideal, offering a comfortable and accurate representation of classic field watches. One owner reported overwinding the watch, leading to a need for servicing. The Benrus DTU Shield is priced at CHF 892. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Benrus DTU Shield to be a well-executed and appealing field watch, particularly appreciated for its vintage-inspired aesthetics and comfortable wearability.

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.

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