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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky BluevsChristopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

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BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264
C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Power Reserve
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Water Resistance
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
MSRP
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Water Resistance
100m
150m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
SLN Grade X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
SW200-1
Beat Rate
4 vph
Power Reserve
38h
Jewels
26
Complications
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,264
$1,375

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What people say

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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue for its excellent finishing, sharp transitions between brushed and polished surfaces, and attractive blue sunray dial. It is noted to wear well on wrists under 6.5 inches. Some owners question its value proposition due to the Sellita movement, and one owner finds the crown can be fussy to use, while another notes sharp edges on the bracelet links. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue highly for its cohesive package and attractive case execution.

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.

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